Comments on: Obama 'deeply disappointed' Richardson shaved beard

By: SOUTHERN HOTTIE

SOUTHERN HOTTIE — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:59:03 +0000

PLEASE
GROW
THE
BEARD
BACK!!!

It's very, very becoming on him and makes him look younger.

By: SS

SS — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:51:23 +0000

With

By: Meh

Meh — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:42:58 +0000

Wow. Way to edit my comment, CNN!

I actually said that to CAROL, not TIM.

By: Meh

Meh — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:42:06 +0000

Tim It's called a joke. You know, those things we laugh at?

By: Tom

Tom — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:37:08 +0000

This is NEWS? Did Nancy Pelosi or Hillary Clinton shave their legs yet?

By: You don't need to know my name

You don't need to know my name — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:34:47 +0000

I didn't realize that so many people would have an opinion about such a pressing issue as a beard!

By: Flash Gorden /-\

Flash Gorden /-\ — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:30:02 +0000

Yes! Facial hair is IN and sexy!!!

By: W R N

W R N — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:18:21 +0000

I don't know why PJP comes here and reads these articles.
Then does nothing but complain about what CNN writes
about. Don't read these articles and you won't be so freekin
disappointed all the time. At least don't complain avout every
article, it makes you look/sound S T U P I D

By: Patricia in Las Vegas

Patricia in Las Vegas — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:15:03 +0000

I like how both Obama and Richardson have a sense of humor. What a refreshing change.

By: Ambrose Smith, Borrego Springs, California

Ambrose Smith, Borrego Springs, California — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:11:57 +0000

Obama was joking. Pretending it was a huge deal. Having fun. Don't youy get it?

Like when he said that getting a puppy for the White House was TOP NATIONAL PRIORITY!!

Obama is a cool cat.

By: An Independent Hillary

An Independent Hillary — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:09:13 +0000

Judas looks better with the beard – less like Jabba the Hut

By: Bring back the Marlboro Man

Bring back the Marlboro Man — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 01:04:05 +0000

GROW THE BEARD - GET THE COWBOY BOOTS AND THE RHINESTONE COWBOY HAT, AND THEN GO GET US SOME JOBS - AS WE SAY IN BOSTON – TIME TO COWBOY US!!

By: Howard Roark

Howard Roark — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:59:42 +0000

A transition team loaded with lobbyists, and a cabinet loaded with entrenched Washington politicians…yep, change you can believe in.

By: desk jockey

desk jockey — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:56:14 +0000

I'm laughing as only a political junkie can...this is the fun stuff!

It seems I'm not the only smart woman out here who thought the bearded Richardson was pretty hot stuff!

No, it's not hard news, but who cares? Isn't it time we all had a laugh?

By: gflan

gflan — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:56:03 +0000

Usually I don't care one way or the other about a beard (my husband has one) usually it comes in grayer and makes a man look older than he really is, but on Bill Richardson, I thought he looked GREAT! A little like a sexy Luciano Pavarotti

By: Pepou

Pepou — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:55:24 +0000

I was also disappointed when Palin shaved her mustache ....

By: Lilarose in Bandon, Oregon

Lilarose in Bandon, Oregon — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:54:29 +0000

I am soooo glad Richardson shaved the dang thing off.

He looked exactly like a terrorist.

And yes, those things are miserable for women who want to "get up close and personal."

By: Peggy

Peggy — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:52:42 +0000

Judy:

Hmmm, adding Ph.D. to your avatar. A litle insecure? Life is about appearances? I hope your Ph.D. is not in psychology.

I like the beard, but it's the man's choice.

Peggy

By: tony

tony — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:50:51 +0000

of all the (my opinion) two faced people president elect obama selected.bill richardson is at the top of my list.... back stabbing his friends after sitting with them on superbowl sunday. then saying he is only interested in staying governor and has no plans with the president elects cabinet positions...liar liar(in my opinion). at least the president can watch the snake(in my opinion) more closely...one thing bill richardson cares about is his political future-no matter what-Hillery Clinton.....WATCH YOUR BACK....

By: PJP

PJP — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:49:07 +0000

Yea ME! Must be a very slow day in the news that CNN had to report on something that Obama said that had nothing to do with being president! This is probably what we have to look forward to in the next few years.

By: Sarah TX

Sarah TX — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:44:58 +0000

Lighten up Judy Mrs.PhD. It's a JOKE-you know, those things ppl say when they're not being serious.

By: Jmatthews

Jmatthews — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:43:11 +0000

I had to smile that this could be a subject of comments – but I'll just add that he looks a little more formidable now, as though he just stepped right out of "The Sopranos". Frankly, he was far more handsome when he had it, and his face looked more balanced with the beard – hope he brings it back!

(Could it be he thinks he'll be taken more seriously with it gone?)

By: Paul Lennon

Paul Lennon — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:40:30 +0000

I think he's trying to look like he's lost weight.
But he hasn't.

By: Fluffy Shoes

Fluffy Shoes — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:35:55 +0000

I'm with ya, Bill. Only one's mother should have a say in style choices. You're charming either way. I prefer the beard.

By: Judy B. Rosener Ph,D.; Ro

Judy B. Rosener Ph,D.; Ro — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:17:45 +0000

I'm glad he shaved...he looked terrible with the beard. Are we giubg back to the 60's where mess is cool?

Not sure why Obama said what he did....should have not said anything.

Long time Democrat.

By: OAC

OAC — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:17:11 +0000

Good to keep, Richardson!

By: OAC

OAC — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:14:12 +0000

Enough respect with the beard!

By: Nancy

Nancy — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:13:25 +0000

For his neck's sake, grow that beard back – younger, older, whatever – just grow it back!

By: Will

Will — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:10:02 +0000

News lacks the ability to understand a joke?

By: yellowbmblbee

yellowbmblbee — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:08:25 +0000

I love Obama's dry humor. Nice to see the funny side of him...I definitely agree...he needs to grow the beard back.

By: Phil from Phoenix

Phil from Phoenix — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:07:16 +0000

Im gonna say what every one else is thinking. That beard should have stayed on to hide that thing hanging from his chin!
Grow it back Bill, thats worse than Jay Leno

By: Nancy

Nancy — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:06:46 +0000

Grow it back Dude. Love the rugged look on you.

By: Rita

Rita — Thu, 04 Dec 2008 00:00:11 +0000

He can always grow it back. That would be another sign of change to come! Love those beards!

By: Opal88

Opal88 — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:49:17 +0000

I think Richardson was very handsome with his beard. I hope it returns!!

By: Tim

Tim — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:42:41 +0000

noopc@

You're wrong – nothing like Judas – he was a Klingon Warrior with the beard!

By: GloomBoomDotCom

GloomBoomDotCom — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:39:36 +0000

Richardson looked so good with the beard but come on Obama, deeply disappointed? Only a liberal could say that with a straight face!

By: Cori from Colorado

Cori from Colorado — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:38:20 +0000

From the pictures, better with it on his face, makes him look younger. But seriously, why is this news?

By: JackieO

JackieO — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:36:30 +0000

noopc December 3rd, 2008 4:36 pm ET He looks more like Judas with the beard on. ------------------------------------------------------------------------ So I guess you have pictures to prove this? LOL. You are an idiot!

By: AKI

AKI — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:29:38 +0000

SO FUNNY. I LIKE WITH BEARD.

By: Dion from Montgomery

Dion from Montgomery — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:27:11 +0000

Do not judge a book by the cover. I think he looks good with or without it. I just hope he does not rebel too much and add more weight (Not that anything is wrong with it), I just think he will live longer with shedding the weights off, instead of putting it on!

By: BS VA

BS VA — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:26:55 +0000

The beard gave his face a purpose and a direction. Now, he looks like a sad man.

By: Which way does he look more like Brutus?

Which way does he look more like Brutus? — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:26:18 +0000

Richardson is the Brutus of the 21st century and Bill and Hillary won't forget it. Look for that tandem to bury Richardson sometime over the next four years.

By: Cheese and Whine

Cheese and Whine — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:22:45 +0000

Well, the beard showed where one chin ended and the next one began.

By: Markster

Markster — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:21:35 +0000

Beard definetly! He looked like a nice jolly guy with the beard. Now he looks a bit less jolly.

By: Martin from Germany

Martin from Germany — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:13:59 +0000

A president-elect with a sense of humor! And a dry wit! A guy who can either think on his feet or is actually prepared when meeting the press. AND gives them a run for their money, either way. What a fresh, new wind is blowing across America!

By: BrumleyGap

BrumleyGap — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:13:41 +0000

With all the Lincoln comparisons, perhaps Obama should grow the beard. As little Grace Bedell would say, he "would be much improved in appearance, provided [he] would cultivate whiskers."

By: Howard Roark

Howard Roark — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:05:46 +0000

A transition team loaded with lobbyists, and a cabinet loaded with entrenched Washington politicians...yep, change you can believe in.

By: Pat Gray

Pat Gray — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:04:07 +0000

Wolf & Lou – I'm getting tired of your negative comments and your provocative questions to the public that elicit negative responses....we are in a new time with new hope and if we have a collective vision, you two seem to be doing everything you can to put doubt and fear in the minds and hearts of hopeful Americans....lay off...get on the bandwagon of change and hope..we need it desperately.

By: Kathleen

Kathleen — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 23:01:54 +0000

Like Riker, he's much better WITH the beard.

Swashbuckle-y.

Still, CNN, this is really more of a celeb story than actual News, but thanks for trying.

By: Austin

Austin — Wed, 03 Dec 2008 22:58:14 +0000

Wow is this news? Is this more important than the terror attacks in Mumbai? This obviously is a complete waste of time. Who cares if he shaved his beard or not. What is this country coming to?