CNN

BLOOM BERG IS A VERY INTELLIGENT MAN.

LETS HOPE GOV.PETERSON CAN STAND

THE HEAT & APPOINT A BETTER QUALIFIED

& MORE DESERVING PERSON THAN MS.KENNEDY.

That being said...please, no more name game politics. Appoint a nobody if for no other reason than to avoid the appearance of this namesake nonsense. IT's disgusting.

Did someone just call Bloomberg ethical? What a laugh. At least when Chavez sought to get rid of term limits he backed off when the voters said no to his referendum. Bloomberg went around the voters and manipulated the City Council. So ethical I could vomit.

Typical RICH republican who lacks vison and guts...

Bloomberg changes the rules so he can get a third term, but cannot support a person far more intelligent than Chambliss, McConnell, Shelby, Vitters, and Corker. I wonder if Paterson will give into the Bloomin' Onion.

Bloomberg is perhaps the most down-to-earth and pragmatic politician in America today. Caroline Kennedy is a joke. Her father was a below-average president, her grandfather was a crook, and her uncle got away with negligent homicide. Not to mention that she has no political or executive experience whatsoever. Say what you will about Republicans- many of them deserve the beating they're currently taking- but they've almost never engaged in dynasty politics.

GREAT!! I really respect NT Mayor Bloomberg for refusing to endorse Caroline Kennedy , she has no expereince, have done nothing to prove she will be a good Senator, better yet, the only thing she has is money and name recognition.
I guess it is power greed from her part. Of couse, she campaigned for Obama now it is pay back time. Shame on you Caroline, go away and let a great Latina politician lady in New York to get Hillary Cinton's seat. That is fair. GO AWAY CAROLINE, NO MORE KENNEDYS..

To those who are critical of Caroline's experience and the fact that she's a Kennedy... Keep in mind Hillary Clinton had never held an elected office before and had a famous last name when New Yorkers elected her to the Senate in 2000.

Also, Caroline's biggest comeptition, Andrew Cuomo, also has a famous name in NYS politics (his father was Governor Cuomo). So if your argument against Caroline is based on her family history... It's not very sound.

Either way, New Yorkers will have a great Senator.

KUDOS THE MAYOR!
Mayor Bloomberg did exactly the 'right thing.' He's one of the most ethical men around and has the 'grace' to stay out of this political appointment.
GOOD FOR BLOOMBERG!

He's a Republican, she's a Democrat. Of course he's not going to endorse her.

I do endorse Caroline Kennedy for NYS Senator, however, I never endorsed Bloomberg and never will endorse Bloomberg.

She shouldn't be chosen just because her last name is Kennedy. I'm sure she will get picked for this reason alone.

That's it; boo at Bloomberg for doing exactly as he should have done. He's mayor of NYC, not governor of NY state. He has nothing to say about this process and he's quite correct in staying out of it and not muddying the waters for Patterson. You'll note that he's not "endorsing" anyone. That's because he knows that this decision is The governor's and the governor's alone to make. This isn't a political campaign and endorsements are meaningless and inappropriate.

CNN wants to bash Caroline Kennedy until she bleeds! But defended Palin to the point where any criticisms of Palin would not be posted on this blogsite. I guess it's okay to bash DEMS but god forbid not a sleazy GOP.

It's time for this "royal," irresponsible family to go away.

1. Caroline knows she will be picked for the seat. She has known that since day one. Otherwise, she would not be out in the public like she is. She would not go through the humilitation of loosing!!!

2. A Kennedy cousin stated that if Caroline didn't win , we would see more Kennedy's come out than we had ever seen. So tough --

3. JUST A BRIGHTER NOTE: after seeing Kerry Kennedy on tv, I can see who got all the LOOKS in the Kennedy cousins!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Everyone is saying how much of a great senator she would make. Can someone tell me why? Other than being a woman and its time for change blah blah blah.

The only reason Caroline Kennedy is even under consideration is because she's a woman. Some voices are saying that this is precisely why Patterson should tap her, without ever stopping to consider that this point of view is, by definition, sexist. The only thing Patterson should consider is her qualification to represent the State of New York in the Senate. Many seasoned politicians in the Democratic Party don't believe she is.

Bloomberg is confused as to whether he is independent,GOP or a DEM. He's for himself & that's why he's in for a third term.

wow! thanks, cnn for your misleading title! in your article in which you clearly state that bloomberg does not endorse ANY of the candidates, somehow you choose to single out carolyn kennedy as the ONLY candidate he opts not to endorse. crack journalism at it's best!

Dave from Minneapolis:
Are you nuts? As a New Yorker I love, love, love that Obama is President!! This is a liberal state, not a red state and with any luck at all, Obama will be here for two terms – with the blessings of most of the people of this state.

Bloomberg's got his head on straight! Gotta love him!

It's all in the name....and, of course, who ya know!

I can't support Caroline Kennedy. Dynasties are bad for American democracy.

The Kennedy name will bring many riches to New York.....that's the name of the game right now isn't it?

I mean god forbid she actually get elected for the position, like many of you seem to forget hillary did twice. It's not so much that she's a Kennedy that people are complaining about, it's the fact that she thinks just because i'm JFK's only surviving heir you should pick me because I said.

give me a break, if patterson picks somebody he should at the minimum pick somebody who's been elected to any office in their entire life time.

He's a republican, a wealthy one at that. Of course he won't endorse her.

He ducked it. He could easily have justified endorsing her if he wanted to.

I wouldn't endorse her either. She can't run on just the Kennedy name and expect everything to land in her lap.

Cuomo is a much better choice.....more experience, for starters.

So Bloomberg, who's not even a Democrat anymore, want's to tell a Democratic governor who to pick and who not to pick to replace a Democratic senator...

Anyways, the best choice is Higgins, but the downstate political machine will probably ignore the rest of the state yet again.

Linda, do you really understand the meaning, "Pay to Play" or did you just pick it up from your t.v. set. You sound like a billboard of written talking points.

bloomburg is a idiot .if he thinks he can stop .JOHN F KENNEDYS DAUGHTER.go caroline we need fresh blood in senate

Good for him. She shouldn't be Senator just because she wants to be. you've got to earn it sweetie!

That's OK because she's not going to back him in his next re-election bid either. He's going to go down in flames come next election.

ONE HAND ALWAYS SCRATCHES THE OTHER.

Bloomberg does support Kennedy for Clinton's senate seat, he's just trying to give the appearance of neutrality. She's the right person for the job and the mayor knows it.

Kennedy, Schmeneddy. Oh, I see. She has ZERO qualifications for the job, but she's a "genius" because she's a Democrap.

Sarah Palin 2012!!!

Well, the man said he didn't want to be involved and the press makes that into a refusal to endorse. Good for the mayor, time has come where its important to follow ones inclination regardless of what the "press" tells you you ought to do!

It just kind of bugs me the way Caroline came out with this attitude of "I WANT this seat, so GIVE it to me". It kind of reeks of the rich kid always getting what she wants. If she wants this Senate seat so badly, let her run for it in the next election. Then the voters can decide if they think she should get the spot.
The polls right now are saying New Yorkers would prefer Andrew Cuomo over Kenneday.

David Minneapolis, It's called the SECOND AMENDMENT. It isn't going away any time soon so get used to it!

We don't need 'royalty' we need statesmen.

END FAMILY DYNAST POLITICS NOW BEFORE IT IS TOO LATE.

Michael, a little competition might do you the world of good.

Bloomberg is very coy...but he did mention Honest, fresh, intelligent, a good manager, who listens...now which of the other candidates who have been in office so long have all of these attributes!!! Answer-none but C. Kennedy! Besides she works closely with a very good friend of his...

As a handful of people whine about Caroline, she polls well and has dominated the news. No one is even speculating about anyone else. As NYT Columnist Gail Collins writes today of Ms. Kennedy's detractors. Their protests end with “Why pick Caroline Kennedy when we could have — um ...”

Its funny how everyone accuses Caroline Kennedy of lacking fight and experience, even as she has gracefully elbowed everyone else out of the field. No phony populism. Just grace and good sense.

Who cares what Bloomberg thinks ?

Who does that Govenor think he is? It's up to the people the 2nd go around. I am sure that Caroline Kennedy would not take on such a venture if she didn't think she could do the job. We don't need to look at resume's. JoAnn Emerson went into her husbands job in Missouri and is doing an outstanding job. She keeps getting re-elected. I say give Caroline a chance. When election time comes up the people can determine whether she stays or goes. She's bound to be better than Pelosi! If Palin could run as VP not knowing anything, I think Caroline with her education can handle a Senate job for sure.

Bravo to he Mayor for not bowing down to pressure from the lord of the Senate, Teddy "the socialist".

I hope Bloomberg doesn't accept any rides from Ted or Patrick as they could be deadly....

Ya, I am way off base here.

Caroline and the sheep that love her based on NOTHING but a name are the same sheep that hammered somene who paid their OWN way through college, ran their OWN business, was ELECTED Mayor and then was ELECTED Governor and was the MOST popular Governor in the entire COUNTRY.

I don't even agree with a lot of what Palin was for, but the hypocracy is a joke.

Who cares what Blooberg things? I dont.

Coroline or no Caroline New York will not stand still. She is quslify and others are also qualify. The question is who does New York Citizens want. The real Senator will be elected in 2010 and then confirm or otherwise in 2012.

Technically she is not qualified at all because she is not a drunkard, a corrupt, selfish, and inept parasite as the senators and congressman are.
The only detail to fix is to abolish the USA Republic and establish a monarchy.
My greetings to all of you

ldvuong,
Like you did for the current President, right?

Fran Dresher is better qualified for the position of senator than Caroline Kennedy. What does JFK have to do with that? Isn't the fact that our "powers" as citizens have constantly revolved around different generations of the same legacy? I'm not being bitter but to hell with JFK. Yes- I agree a life cut tragically short but um...it's almost 2009 and things are a lot different than when he was around. America needs some new thinkers with new ideas. On Larry King, Fran Dresher laid out a comprehensive reason why she was the ideal candidate for the job. She even mentioned that she was the executive producer of "the nanny"- umm yea, she was making all the $$. So people cut all the jokes they want and allow yourself to be trapped in a nostalgic prison if you wish.

Mr. Mayor , you're goingto havr to cut it short . The Yankees are on line 3 looking for some more tax breaks.

I agree with the mayor's judgment of NOT selecting Caroline Kennedy.

The only "EXPERIENCE" she would bring to the job is her ability to point
to what she wants - and get it. Life isn't like that....

She walks out of the house and is IMMEDIATELY accepted by the public - BECAUSE she is a Kennedy, and therefore, a curiosity.

This position is NOT a celebrity prize. It would be a disservice to all New Yorkers and a travesty of justice if she were appointed.

Good Job Bloomberg. New York does not need another celebrity senator anytime soon. We actually would want a Senator that is in it for New York not themselves.

Obviuosly, a Zionist is looking for another Zionist to fill this position. Caroline would be too neutral for their liking. He wants someone who will support Israel First policy.

Jill, don't be a moron. Obviously if a son joins a law firm he has been to law school. If you join the police force you are sent to school before you are given a gun. If you become CEO of the family business – you have worked in the business. No one thinks her name should keep her from getting the job, but rather should not be the reason she gets the job.

Citizen from NY wrote: "I ... resent my government telling me what to eat and what not to eat, what to drink and what not to drink, what to smoke and what to smoke and even where and when I can smoke. Government has no place in what I perceive as personal choices which should be made by me and only me."

You should actually think about this, Citizen. First, corporations through their advertising successfully tell you and the rest of us what to eat, drink, smoke, wear, and think. They spend billions on it because it works. Government is the only countervailing force that could present another opinion. Second, it is cheaper to stop you and others from smoking, drinking, and eating things that will make you sick and will cost us taxpayers a bundle in public health expenditures later. Third, how do you feel about antifreeze in baby formula? Got any problems with that? Shouldn't parents be free to purchase poison for their babies if they want to? Or do you supporrt the "nanny state" interfering with our freedoms?

who cares about what bloomberg has to say? who is he anyway? BY THE WAY HE HAS JUST CHANGED THE LAW TO RUN FOR THE THIRD TERM.............

CAROLINE IS THE WAY TO GO!!!!!!!!!!

he did not "decline to endorse her" he declinded to endorse ANY person"

idiots

@ James

Who isn't? Franny can nanny me anytime.

The Clinton machine urgued that her name should not be a hinderance to her run for the presidency .. now they are using the same argument against Kennedy. Sick sick sick!! .. Caroline is a smart, capable woman .. she is as qualified as Hillary was when she came into office. Shame shame shame!!!!

Bloomberg declines to indorse Kennedy.

Your story heading do not match the body of your story. Mayor Bloomberg said that it was not his call to pick somebody. He did not endorse anyone.

Did I miss something in your reporting?

RAM

If you heard his discussion this morning, it wasn't that he "refused" to endorse her, he felt it wasn't his position to endorse anyone...big difference!!

Theres another race Bloomberg should also stay out of:
The next mayoral election in NYC! This putz is trying to derail the democratic process. In my book he is only second to Rudy Giulliani as the most overated mayor in New York City history. Caroline is as qualified or more so than most of the idiots in office or running for office. She is a person who really cares and has no hidden business agenda,

well I am not surprise, we have a ZERO EXPERIENCE president elect, hey, why not a ZERO EXPERIENCE senator???
she's not qualified. I am sure there are many more qualified people to be NY senators,

WHY NOT CAROLINE? EVERYBODY ELSE DOES IT ON 'NAME' THIS WILL BE HER FIRST JOB SHE HAS NEVER HAD TO WORK AND AT THIS POINT IN HER LIFE AT 50 SOMETHING SHE IS TRYING TO PUT SOMETHING INTO SOCIETY.. SHE WILL QUIT IN 90DAYS ANYWAY OH THE RICH DOES NOT WORK.

I just hope and pray that Ms. Kennedy is properly vetted

Am I missing something? Is Caroline Kennedy no longer married? There is never any mention of a husband. I thought her name is now Caroline Schlossberg (?) or something like that.
She certainly does not seem qualified to be a U.S.Senator. Her priviliged lifestyle is not enough. How can she represent New York's "middle America"?
Guess is your last name is Kennedy, you can get whatever you want.

She is not even a Yankee fan!

What a cop out. While I don't believe that Ms. Kennedy has an entitlement to the postion just because she comes from the American Royal Family, I do think that Mr. Bloomberg should come out with his endorsement or lack thereof. To say that he doesn't want to get involved is an abandonment of h is responsibility as a leader in New York's largest city. And then to say he knows who it should be but refuse to disclose that person's identity is a pure cop out.

I have been a big fan of Mr. Bloomberg for years and would have voted for him had he run for the presidency. So his lack of willingness to get involved is a big disappointment.

Keep the faith Caroline..remember any thing worth having is worth fighting for...But fight the good fight...like Barack...don't tarnish yourself with low road politics... Keep it honest...that is really what we the people want ....Honesty is a virture in a politician.
O>K> Caroline i'm rooting for you...GO CAROLINE....Show them what you are made of....Maybe some day this will be your stepping stone to the whitehouse. LIKE father LIKE daughter.

The decision to appoint Caroline is not up to the Bloomberg so his endorsement means squat

Hey guess what, HRC never had a real job. Sweet Caroline has worked-look it up. HRC is what we call a carpetbagger. SHE MOVED TO NYC TO RUN FOR THE JOB. Sweet Caroline has lived there most of her life. PUMA and Neo-cons can blow it out your butt.

Caroline would be a great senate for NY

I don't understand these americans who are mouthing out ad nauseum about a young lady that is part of one of the US's greatest legacy. Not enough experience ? What did Clinton have as experience when she got the seat ? If her husband wouldn't have been a President, she would be a complete stranger.

Who the hell would you people want on the NY senate seat ? Bin Laden ?

Mrs. Kennedy has something very few people have: RESPECT for EVERYBODY. Whatever your race or your gender.

To LDVUONG,

You said:
"Good, the name Kennedy or Clinton or Obama does not mean "God the Almighty, all-knowing and all wise," the Savior of the world, automatically."

The sarcasm here is really ironic since Conservative Republicans unanimously pray to Lord Reagan and genuflect at the mention of his his name. Try coming up with one Conservative Republican who did not think Reagan was great. When it comes to Godlike poll numbers Reagan is matched only by Saddam Hussein in one of his "honest" elections.

This man is liying. He knows full well that his preference is Kennedy. His deputy mayor and political advisor has been endorsing her across the state. If this is his attempt to be above the fray it is too late. The story broke yesterday. Just another attempt to guide the governance of New York state and New York City to his liking. Throw the bum out.

Kind of absurd the complete lies told in these comments.
Let's all be clear-Bloomberg never endorses anyone. He stayed mum during the Presidential election as well. Maybe because he doesn't want to make any enemies, maybe not. Who cares.
@ David from Minneapolis-have you been to New York? Guns and bibles? Please. And please review the final vote count for Obama, I don't think "resigned" is how I would describe his victory here.
@ Citizen from NY-as a resident of the state, I agree these new taxes are ridiculous. But I do NOT agree on the smoking wherever you want-I am a HUGE fan of the banning in the restaurants/bars. YOUR choice shouldn't invade MY right to breathe.
@ Give Me a Break-he wasn't shot down. He's running for mayor again, the City Council OKd it.

I think he's a big "Nanny" fan!!

Caroline Kennedy is just as intelligent as "Mary Bono" who is the wife of Sonny Bono. She took his Senate seat when he deceased. Mary Bono had no experience as a Senator, but still got the post. Caroline Kennedy will do what's right ....SHE HONEST! Horray for Caroline, she'll do a fine job.

When he was on The View, he said he wanted to stay out of the race. He didn't endorse any candidate and he didn't specifically say he didn't support Kennedy. He just said he is staying out of it. Once again, the media twists the truth to fit their story.

This is all well and good, but what about the seat she might take. it behooves me to ask a question regarding Hillary and her new job as Secretary of State. Today Bill released his foundation list for all those giving from 1million to 25 million and the list was incredible. Is there any conflict of interest going on here and whether there is or isn't, won't Hillary be wearing two hats with performing her job for Obama and at the same time, creating a list of more or future donors. Doesn't she in effect become a sales rep for Bill?

LDVUONG

Why did you have to be so disrespectful in saying the name Kennedy or Clinton or Obama does not mean "God the Almighty,

NO ONE CAN BE GOD ALMIGHTY.
You, and others like you, should take a long look at was is happening to the USA.

Please say no to Caroline Kennedy, she would not be in the running if not for who she is.

I'm tired of Bloomberg and his arrogance.......Leave Caroline alone !!!!

I hope the residents of NYC refuse to endorse him next election.

The citizens voted on term limits. He convinced the council to do away with them, disregarding what the people voted on. Claims it's a bad economy, that he should be allowed to run for a third term because of the bad economy.
Just one thing... Sure, Wall St. happens to be in NYC. Does he really think national businesses are going to listen to a mayor.

Caroline Kennedy is as qualified to be a Senator as anyone seeking the job.

She comes from a political family and has been part of political discussions all of her life. She is an attorney. And she has a rich history of public service behind the scenes.

After what happened to her Father, her Uncle, and her Brother.... I am not surprised that it took her this long to want to in the public eye! I respect her for coming out now.

She will be a very good Senator and representative of the people. I mean if Sarah Palin was considered ready for the VP role.... Caroline Kennedy is ready for the highest office in the land.... and even Queen for that matter. *LOL*

Caroline does not need Bloombergs endorsement

He has no say in it ... period

You go Girl ...

I don't understand why Caroline Kennedy thinks she can just walk into the job as senator. She has never done one thing for the public. She has not campaigned for the poor, the only thing she has done is jump on obama's band wagon. WHY SHOULD THAT QUALIFY HER TO BE SENATOR.

There are plenty of other politicians who have raised money to run for their postions, have endorsed and written laws to benefit the public and worked for the state of New York. It is ridiculous for her to think she can jump into the seat, just because of her father's name.

CAROLINE SCHLOSSBERG should be hounded about her lack of any political experience like the qualified Sarah Palin was by you liberal clowns!

A politician who can keep his mouth shut? Who'da thunk it.

I'm not especially a Kennedy fan, but I figure she's worth a roll of the dice. She has not been bribed, she owes no political favors, she is well educated, she actually reads BOOKS, and has written a few. This lifts her head-and-shoulders

We voters have not been particularly astute in picking good office holders. I would not hire my Congressman (Reyes) or either of my Senators (Hutchison, Cornyn) to run a shoe store, much less the western world. We voters did elect G. W. Bush, Tom Delay (awaiting trial), Duke Cunningham (slammer), Ted Stevens (heading for the slammer), Bob Ney (slammer), Mark Foley (in rehab), and the distinguished governor of Illinois (soon to be expelled from office).

Give the gal a shot. Maybe we would be pleasantly surprised with her performance. Who else could the Governor pick? Another multi-term Congressman or Legislator from NY who owes a hundred special interest groups a hundred favors each? If American continues to do business as usual, our democracy will not have a bright future.

CAROLINE (kennedy) SCHLOSSBERG should be hounded about her lack of any political experience like the qualified Sarah Palin was by you liberal clowns!

He who appoints himself a third term should know what he's talking about.

The elected officials didn't want Hillary Clinton either when she ran, but the people of NY proved they were interested in voting for a smart woman who was more than capable of holding her own. To say the Caroline is not qualified is like saying Bloomberg is not rich. Maybe she chose to use her law degree, raise a family and work for many non-profits before deciding that public office is for her. I think the woman is more than qualified to be in public office....maybe she can light the flame for a new generation to become interested in government as her Father and Uncle Bobby did.

Bloomberg wants it for himself obviously.

No way, No How, No Caroline!

You're kidding me? CNN, a news agency, just made a story about something that a politician DID NOT say???? He said he was not going to get into the race and not endorse ANYONE!! Why isn't this headline, "Bloomberg won't endorse Joe the Plummer for Senate"? Just as appropriate, I'd say ... Gimme a break.

Gene in PA has it correct!

He's not endorcing anyone, so what's the deal? Why title it that he is not endorcing the best candidate for the job, Caroline Kennedy. She'll do a million times better than Hillary, and her being Senator will never be about the "money".

maybe new york will decline bloomberg, Caroline will be excellent.

To citizen from N Y – if you don't want government telling you what to eat and what not to eat then don't expect government to provide your health care. Strings SHOULD be attached to those who want government handouts. (excuse me, I mean those who want other "taxpayers" to pay their bills.) C'mon CNN, don't keep this in moderation as usual.

To citizen from N Y – if you don't want government telling you what to eat and what not to eat then don't expect government to provide your health care. Strings SHOULD be attached to those who want government handouts. (excuse me, I mean those who want other "taxpayers" to pay their bills.)

Bloomburg is a jerk who has political aspirations of his own that Kennedy threatens. Who cares REALLY what he thinks.

Little Rock, AR

The only people who want Caroline to take HRC's seat are the greedy high up Dems who think she can raise funds and the media who wants to write Camelot stories to sell papers. Both could care less about the people of NY who have made it clear we don't think Caroline is the right person for the seat! Barely 25% of NYers even think it's a good idea! When Hillary ran in 2000 the economy was booming and the voters took a risk on her which fortunately paid off. Now the economy is in the toilet and suddenly Caroline who has ZERO knowledge of economic policy, ZERO legislative experience, someone who has avoided public service her entire life, is the best person for the job?! Sorry, the priority shouldn't be keeping the Kennedy family business alive, it should be keeping the economy of NY alive which will take an aggressive, experienced fighter – and that person is NOT Caroline Kennedy.

who he endroses? This is a man who was cool until he decided he wanted to create his own rules!

@ Jill American

You've got it backwards. Nobody said she shouldn't get it because of her dad and uncle. We're say she shouldn't get it JUST BECAUSE of her dad and uncle (i.e., her name).

Bloomberg is an egomaniac. I hope NY'ers do not elect him for a third term.

It is ridiculous that anyone would question Caroline Kennedy's ability to be anything but excellent as a senator. She knows politics...it is the family business. She is a Harvard graduate with a law degree for heaven's sake!. And, unlike many politicians today, she has spent her life actually serving other Americans and preserving her parent's legacy. Compared to Bush and people like Palin...well, there is NO comparison. Do we believe in America that education means something? How about rolling up one's sleeves with a real history of experience? She can talk the talk and walk the walk. She already has!

New Yorkers will vote for anyone as long as they're a celebrity. It doesn't matter if they're qualified or not. Bloomberg never said he doesn't support her he just said he's staying out of it.

Good for Mayor Bloomberg, who does this lady think she is? No credentials ,and just Teddy Baby demanding she get the job. Don't think for one moment that her plans for running ,were never in the offing. She kept her (ambitions close to her vest) original name (you no ,the Kennedy Brand) and new eventually there would be an opening (believe me the Kennedy's, and Clinton's are like two peas in a pod). Why else didn't she use Mrs.Sclossberg, her three children's name? Discusted with todays anti-american theatrics!

Mayor Bloomberg, don't you know that the Kennedy's have been annointed by God to rule over us? Just ask them.

That's a shady headline. Bloomberg is right in this instance to not endorse anyone.

Caroline Kennedy would not be my choice for US Senator. I want a representative that has actually had to WORK for a living at some point in their life. I've frankly had enough of the politics of aristocracy.

Why should he endorse her? It's not his decision and furthermore, the other candidates for the post aren't exerting the same kind of national pressure on Paterson that Kennedy's camp is... Why isn't it a story that Bloomberg hasn't endorsed Cuomo? Maloney? Fran Drescher???

The press, as well as the Senate Democratic caucus, are doing a serious disservice to the appointment process by treating Kennedy's "campaign" as exceptional and more worthy of attention than others.

"I absolutely, 1,000% resent my government telling me what to eat and what not to eat, what to drink and what not to drink, what to smoke and what to smoke and even where and when I can smoke. "

No one is telling you these things (except for maybe where to smoke). They just want to tax you for them, that's all.

Caroline Kennedy is just a regular woman with NO EXPERIENCE who just happens to come from a very powerful family. She is NOT QUALIFIED people, she's just a regular person with NO LEGISLATIVE EXPERIENCE WHATSOEVER.

Kennedy should not be chosen. The governor should pick someone who has ran for office and put forth the effort NOT someone who has done nothing. No more gifts for the Kennedy's.

It seems as if the name Kennedy qualifies them for ANYTHING. Just can't believe it. There are more who are more qualified however having the KENNEDY name will get her there. I was a great supporter of her father but do not think she should get the job.

WTH CARES!

It seems there is a problem about if Caroline Kennedy is apt or not to work as senator.
This is very curious,...many members from her own Democratic Party do not find her quite experienced or seasoned for the task.

However, they endorse, support, promote, almost worship, and elect Obama, who is a big ZERO in experience and views , totally not able to take the helm of the country. Yet, there he is!

These democrats deserve their own sitcom on TV, they are so funny ( and PHONY as well) that their power to make America laugh is at the higest magnitud.

Obama!,...for-cry-out-loud,...NO EXPERIENCE, TWISTED NOTIONS ABOUT HOW TO KEEP OUR COUTRY SAFE ( if ever intended to keep it safe,...acually, a TROJAN HORSE FACTOR for the destruction of the country – a full-metal jacket socialist). A guy with a background of interesting past ( I do not have to tell you nothing about it , right? for sufice is to say that is HE IS product of the CHICAGO CORRUPTED POLITICAL MACHINE WITH ALL THE WORKS!) So take it from there.

And so , here is the thing :- after vote for Obama and with 'special factors' like : FRAUD,EXTORTION,DECEPTIONS, ILLEGAL FUNDING TO BUY ELECTIONS,...etc, and others goodies,...these COCOZOIDS DEMOCRATS ELECT HIM FOR PRESIDENCY !,...this people have the nerve to say that Ms Kennedy is not apt to be a senator?

Well, after all this, I think that anyone, ABSOLUTELY ANYONE can be president in our country.

Well, if this is going to continue stretching?,...then anyone born on Planet Earth can become president of any country.
So, Arnold Schwarzenegger could very well be president of USA and then!,.....TA-DAAAA! 'THE TERMINATOR' might end the CORRUPTION that bring to us things like CHICAGO-CORRUPTED POLITICAL ATMOSPHERE from where Obama comes from!

I bet this does not fit well to the Obama supporters,...buth then,...there is that.

Sincerely,
Daniel Cabrera
Merrillville, Indiana

CAROLINE KENNEDY HAS NEVER DEPICTED A PRINCESS ROLE,SHE IS A GREAT MOTHER AND HAS WORKED VERY QUIETELY
BEHIND THE SCENE FOR PUBLIC EDUCATION HAS WRITTEN TWO BOOKS IS AN AMERICAN CITIZEN,AND A RIGHT AGE,THAT IS ALL YOU NEED TO HAVE TO RUN FOR SENATE AND IS A RESIDENT OF NY.NY WILL BENEFIT A LOT FROM HER.YES SHE IS SHY BUT VERY COMPETENT PERSON.

Sounds like someone was hoping he would be appointed. Sorry Mike our government has enough corrupt good ole boys. Caroline represents a new way of political thinking and it scares the hell out of old white men.

...but she had straight A's in kindergarten!

well...caroline...nothing comes easy...if you want it; you'll have to fight for it gurlie....

so what the mayor doesn't approve...

Bloomberg wants it. It's very obvious.

Had Bloomberg simply stated that he can't endorse anyone this wouldn't even be an article. But because he chooses to mouth off just enough to shoot her down and pique interest for his unamed choice we're stuck with this. This guy is just a typical bad politician looking only to serve his own interests.

It's a good idea for Bloomberg to keep his opinion on this matter to himself.

appointing kennedy to the senate is pure patronage and payback for helping obama they should have an election and let the people decide

Way to go Mayor Bloomberg and all others who don't cower to these dirty politics of strong arm and pay for play.

Ted Kennedy already went there when he called Gov Patterson and said he knew they could send a lot of money for projects towards New Yorks way. Using pay for play with tax payers dollar to force an unqualified person because of name recognition and a feeling of entitlement is disgusting.

And, for those who DARE try to compare Caroline to the current seat holder, you SHOULD BE ASHAMED. So easy to sell your convictions apparently. Hillary Clinton was First Lady of Arkansas, practicing Attorney, championed chiildrens and womens rights and health care, and then became First Lady of the United States for 8 years. Hardly does charity work, however nice she did that, or writing books equates close to that experience and knowledge.

And this SURELY does not represent CHANGE, if they are trying to strong arm an unqualified person with name recognition only .

And at a time when we see how our politicians are serving themselves, showing it's who you know and who gives the dough that rewards folks with a position, Gov Patterson should push this away as far as he can.

There are so many GOOD and QUALIFIED persons, with experience and knowledge pertinent to the position that should be placed in this position. And throw awy intimidation, strong arm tactics and pay for play down the gutter where it belongs.

I think her personality is so dry & blah but anything is possible.

BRAVO! No Caroline

Why settle for the Senate? Why not start out by going for the "big chair" in 2016? She'll only be 59.

I would call that an endorsement.............

I love the Kennedy's and I love Mayor Bloomberg but I think he made a wise choice by staying out of it. I also like the way he put it. Go Bloomberg. Caroline, good luck because I think you would make a
great Senator to our precious state. Good Luck.

Wow...shame on you Bloomberg.....
I think Caroline would be a great contributor to a HEALTHY New York..and I can say that as I a resident...Siena College needs to repoll those that are registered Dems or Repubs in NYS....go with the average citizens and I would suggest your yesterday results would be different and in favor of Caroline.

It make one wonder if there is a hexagon club...

the anti-gun SOB wants it for himself

Bloomberg is running into a brick wall with term limits in NYC and I'm sure he knows that if they wouldn't get rid of term limits for Rudy after 9/11 they're not going to get rid of term limits for him now. So he has two choices going forward, run for governor of NY or the US Senate. Kennedy will only be appointed for two years then NY will have a special election. Perfect timing for Mayor Bloomburg, who will be leaving office next year to then walk into a run for the senate. For it to work he can't be seen praising his future oppoinents qualifications.

I am shocked, shocked that he doesn't want Caroline to be enshrined in the House of Lords.

More proof that Bloomberg is one of the most intelligent politicians out there.

Dinasty,nepotism,Lobbiest tie to be come corruption and they are destroying us.
US politician nothing diferent with wall street crook ,They are talk stand up straigh to ur eyes smile and LIE.

CNN PLS POST THIS..

According to the US Constitution Caroline most certainly does have all the qualifications necessary to be a Senator and 'paying her dues' isn't one of them.

Good just because her maiden name is Kennedy doesn't mean she is qualified for the job. Where has she been all these years before she endorsed the Messiah.

What a misleading headline (and story). I watched Bloomberg on The View today, and he made it crystal clear that he felt it would be inappropriate for him to endorse anyone publicly - just like he wouldn't endorse a candidate in the Presidential election. (However, he definitely left the impression that he supports Kennedy privately.)

Caroline's a Kennedy. The Kennedies are Gods. The Obamas owe Caroline and Ted big time for their endorsements - it's a done deal - it's Caroline (Kennedy) Schlossberg. Remember - experience no longer matters !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

So Caroline shouldn't be a Senator because of her Dad and Uncle? Then what about multiple generations of police officers who get a job because of their 'name'? Lawyers that join firms of their father's because of their 'name'? Sons that follow their father's footsteps and become president sof a family company? How about a C student that gets into Harvard because of his 'name'?

Do you really need experience to become a senator OR for that matter president of united states? I dont think so and 60+ million americans dont think that experience is neccessary to lead this country...

Kennedy is a real, life long NY resident ... unlike Hillary Clinton ... she get's points for that.

Kennedy has spent her, privaledged, adult like working on causes that benefit those of less priveledge ... she get's points for that ... it's what we want a senator to do.

Kennedy has a cultured, genteel nature. Wouldn't it be great to have someone to advance Obama's call for more civility in government? In this regard, she is "qualified" in a way that NO current politician is .... take that you idiot, Peter North.

Kennedy is bright and proactive. She won't be mentally overwelmed by the complexity of the probelems. Nor will she be outmanuevered by the schiesters.

Andrew Cuomo ... also appears to be a highly qualified candidate. By selecting him, Paterson would checkmate a potential political opponent for the Governor's office.

Let's NOT forget the BUSH DYNASTY! OR THE ROCKEFELLERS!

There are plenty of "old rich" families names who have kids in power!

Even though I admire and respect the Kennedys, sorry, Caroline, its best for someone else to be U.S. Senator with some real work experience.

Follow-up: as for Mayor Bloomberg...I agree, who cares?

I think ms. kennedy will make an excellent senator.

Caroline is the apparent choice if we want a human being in the senate.

dYNASTI ,Nepotism,lobbies(bribery) all this killing us involved to be come corruption...US the worst corrupt in the world

How much money does she have? Senate seats are a costly thing if you are in the Democratic party.

The only requirements or qualifications Caroline Kennedy needs to meet are those listed in the US Constitution. She meets them. Why not give a non-politician a chance. I think she will bring her integrity and a sincere desire to make a difference for the nation to the US Senate. Give her a chance!

What a breath of fresh air...no sordid history, no corruption, no scandal...come on guys! lighten up.

And yes, for many of us "Boomers" who were teenagers during her father's administration, and who volunteered for her Uncle Bobby in 1968...and who actually hoped to help create a better world from the struggles of the 60's the Kennedy name will always have a certain positive power to it. .It is the same hope and power the Obama name generates for us now.

Bloomberg is probably correct. There is a better candidate and it probably is Cuomo! Kennedy's selection would be more symbolic that have pertinent value!

Politicians need to realize that "endorsements" really don't influence a lot of voters. I make up my own mind ... what somebody else thinks might be of cursory interest to me ... has never influenced my vote.

is it me or does bloomberg always play this game...he wouldn't endorse a president..won't say who'd he prefer to be in the senate–the game gets old after a while

I would like to see Caroline Kennedy or Andrew Cuomo to become the senator from New York. Caroline would be my first choice.

Before slamming Ms. Kennedy, we should look at the experience of other "first time" senatoral candidates from the other states.

You will find that it is not uncommon for a "first timer" not to have a lot of experience either.

Ms. Kennedy should not be held to a different standard than other first timers.

Seems to me that in these times, true experience and brains calls for no one else other than Bob Kerry. All the names are nice..we are not in Camelot nor are we a comedy sitcom. Let us be serious and go for someone who will truly serve our interests without on the job training!

Good

and I refuse to endorse Bloomberg!

Caroline Kennedy is no more qualified to be a senator than Sarah Palin was to be vice president.

It like this New York City Mayor Michael Bloomberg declined Thursday to endorse Caroline Kennedy as Hillary Clinton’s successor, because he don't to get caught up in mess like the governor of illinois

Good for him. As he said, it is not his call and it's not anyone elses either. Only the Gov makes the call. It is just ridiculous that she can be considered. I hope the Gov makes a wise choice of a qualified person.

Who cares????

Bloomberg wants it. What's the going price?

Who cares what Bloomberg thinks...isn't he the same moron who wanted to extend his term limit and was shot down? Political greed...it just goes on and on...

LDVUONG... you forgot to include the name Bush to your list. Even that name got someone the job he did not deserve.

Caroline Kennedy should not be eliminated just because she is a Kennedy she should also be given a fair chance to contest for the post.

The word decline is too negative. The mayor just made it clear that he would not get involved. He also said that most people who take this kind of job is not qualified. I think the msm is into this whole process too much. Actually Caroline is just as qualified as the next person.

What's the surprise here? Isn't he a Republican anyway?

....and speaking of New York, regarding Gov. Paterson's tax hikes (obesity tax, soda tax etc.), which he said these taxes were good for our children (fighting obesity): I absolutely, 1,000% resent my government telling me what to eat and what not to eat, what to drink and what not to drink, what to smoke and what to smoke and even where and when I can smoke. Government has no place in what I perceive as personal choices which should be made by me and only me. Return that $32,000 (or whatever how many thousands of dollars) that rug costs, Gov. Paterson!

I thought Bloomberg's statement was very politically correct and gutless. He's a true politician. He knows who he would endorse but will not give the name publically. He obviously doesn't want to offend anyone or more likely he's trying to make everyone happy and at the same time protect his own political skin/future.

Enough, CNN. The headline should ready, "Bloomberg Declines to Give Any Endorsements". It's not just Kennedy that he won't endorse.

You had a similar headline a few days ago – something like, "McCain Won't Say He'd Support Palin for President". Duh. It's too early to endorse anyone for 2012! I hope he won't support her, but the point is that you're making things sound other than what they are with your headlines.

No wonder Americans are so misinformed. Some people read only the headlines. Don't mislead them.

I don't think Caroline Kennedy is right for the job. But, when is Michael Bloomberg going to go away? I'm tired of him and his ego.

Considering how Bloomberg is trying to run for a 3rd term, he isn't trying to alienate possible future allies....

To LDVUONG -

May I ask when has Kennedy, Clinton, or Obama called themselves that.

In fact, oddly enough, the first ones to call Obama the Messiah was the Republican Party.

No Democrat that I know thinks Obama is godly or flawless. Many of them criticize at least part of his platform, his ideas, his way of doing things, but they support him because they believe in more of his ideas than they do for any other candidate or politician.

Let's see....if her last name wasn't Kennedy..would she even be in the news?
Similar in nature to Obama. Had he been fully white, would he have been the MSM's love child and elected via a wave of corruption compliments of ACORN?>

Caroline is much better off without this god of a man. Who cares who he endorses?

Good for Mayor Bloomberg.

He basically said she doesn't deserve it, which is true. Caroline only brings her last name to the table. She has not paid her dues to get a Senate seat. Besides supporting Obama, when has she campaigned for Democrats for local, state, and national politics?

Talk about the sense of entitlement this woman has.

She's a bad choice. Andrew Cuomo has more experience in government, is a proven public servant, and should be appointed.

Wasn't he about the frist person that spoke out and said she'd be great, or am I missing something?

He probably wants Fran Drescher.

Hey my last name is Kennedy , just because I never had a real job, or been elected to anything, I really deserve to be a US senator!

Good. Nobody should get APPOINTED to a job just because their name makes it easy for them to raise money. But if he thinks that this makes up for him skirting the will of the voters to get rid of his term limits, he's crazier than I first thought.

I think that Caroline Kennedy is realizing that she waited too long to jump into politics. Ten, fifteen years ago, her father's name would have carried her into the office without a question. However, the Clinton's have come to own New York, a smart choice on their part after the White House. Hillary made it as First Lady, it's a larger leap from First Daughter to Senator. Also I think that New Yorkers are still bitter and clinging to their guns and bibles. They have resigned themselves to an Obama presidency, perhaps even two terms, but they will never forgive the 'race and gender' traitor Caroline Kennedy. However all those Hillarites should remember that Barack Obama is POTUS and Governor Patterson will appoint Caroline to the seat. This will in effect check mate the Clintons because after Secretary of State, what is HIllary going to do, run for President in eight years? Don't think so, maybe V.P. but in all truth, in eight years the political landscape will be so transformed that the Clinton's will be dinosaurs put out to pasture.

Good, the name Kennedy or Clinton or Obama does not mean "God the Almighty, all-knowing and all wise," the Savior of the world, automatically. We should consider job-resume, experience and past records.

Good move–never place your money on a horse who has never been in a race.

I guess sweet Caroline is learning that many politicians are only out for themselves.