Play of the day: Obama plays Taboo

Yao Ming — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:08:23 GMT

Answer: "Annoy," "Pester," "Antagonize," "Irk," and "Harass".

Question: Name the five best capabilities of Barack Obama's supporters.

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lee,sarasota — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:08:54 GMT

Glad the Obamaites are having fun. See how they feel when he loses the White House. Maybe he can visit McCain.

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The Wright Choice ?? — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:09:45 GMT

AMERICA !!! THIS IS WHOM YOU HAVE CHOSEN???
ARE YOU SERIOUS ??

THE TRUTH ABOUT SEN. OBAMA --IN HIS OWN WORDS AS WRITTEN IN HIS BOOKS!!

AMERICA WAKE UP and DECIDE WHO YOU FEEL IS THE BETTER CHOICE TO LEAD OUR COUNTRY !!

Below are a few lines from Obama's books ' in his own words:

Does is appear he wants to unify our country as he has been saying.

Pay close attention to the last statement from his book.

From 'Dreams of My Father': 'I ceased to advertise my mother's race at the age of 12 or 13, when I began to suspect that by doing so I was ingratiating myself to whites.'

From 'Dreams of My Father': 'I found a solace in nursing a pervasive sense of grievance and animosity against my mother's race.'

From 'Dreams of My Father': 'There was something about him that made me wary, a little too sure of himself, maybe. And white.'

From 'Dreams of My Father ': ; 'It remained necessary to prove which side you were on, to show your loyalty to the black masses, to strike out and name names.'

From 'Dreams of My Father': 'I never emulate white men and brown men whose fates didn't speak to my own. It was into my father's image, the black man, son of Africa , that I'd packed all the attributes I sought in myself, the attributes of Martin and Malcolm, Dubois and Mandela.'

From 'Audacity of Hope' : 'I will stand with the Muslims should the political winds shift in an ugly direction.'

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Pes Yalong — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:10:55 GMT

[ At one point the key phrase was "White House" ]

And Barack shouted out, "That's going to change!"

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eNews Reference — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:11:08 GMT

Wow just the other day they were asking if the man was through...now he's a rock star again... http://www.enewsreference.wordpress.com

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Democrat — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:11:10 GMT

FirstRead please report this:

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/24533370/

Hillary lied to the American public AGAIN. Her campaign actually raised a little more than $1 million on the day after Pennsylvania, not their $10 million dollar goal.

This shows a pattern that would definitely continue in the White House. The Clinton's lack the moral fiber to be there.

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patty,sd,ca — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:11:58 GMT

And this is news why?

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Tony, GA — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:12:53 GMT

Shameless Headline FR!! ;D)

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Cory (SC) — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:13:47 GMT

It is going to be awesome knowing that we have an American president that is as articulate as Obama, yet can relate to the average American like he has and is doing.

That is something that have needed in this country for quite some time now.

I guess that "elitist" label just got pulled off huh!?!?!

http://www.politivine.com

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Nashville_fan — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:15:04 GMT

Nice to see a little humanity and fun sneaking into the political process! :)

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Class Warrior, D.C. — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:15:56 GMT

Hold the presses! Breaking News! Obama plays Tabo! Wow, what a scoop! Must be a slow-news Friday, guys...

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A New America — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:16:15 GMT

Just shows that Senator (president) Obama is not an elitist, but a regular guy. Thank you.

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Ann, Monticello, NY — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:16:19 GMT

I was having fun just reading this. Good report and thank goodness, there weren't any negative political comments!

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the Pajama Pundit — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:17:00 GMT

While this is an interesting anecdotal story - I'm not sure how it qualifies as news gang.

I'm just sayin'...

http://thepajamapundit.com/

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Roxie, Nashville, TN — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:17:21 GMT

First, Obama's in jeans and now plays Taboo! I'm thinking that the monkey's off his back now (sorry Hillary!) and based on his speech earlier today in OR, he's ready to focus solely on McSame!

OBAMA/WEBB

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plumbobb — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:17:34 GMT

TEASER HEADLINE OF THE DAY!!!

Still, fun to read something besides hateful backstabbing!

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mary lee atlanta georgia — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:18:27 GMT

ANOTHER CALI SUPER ... COME ON MSNBC KEEP UP

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Bev — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:20:57 GMT

Obama 2008 & 2012! Love him!

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Eric, Salinas, CA — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:21:24 GMT

While Obama plays a nice friendly card game of Taboo, Hillary "republican" Clinton is playing the racist version on the public airwaves. It's now obvious that Hillary is loyal to no one but herself and she is doing more harm to Obama's chances in the fall than Flip Flop McCain. Unless the supers get off the fence now and end this primary farce she will only guarantee a victory for her ally Alzheimer McCain.

Go Obama 08/12!

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donna — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:21:59 GMT

The competition was feisty, but light-hearted, with lots of buzzing, some trash talking and lots of laughs. In a stunning turn of events, staffers won both rounds, but reporters vowed to have a rematch.

******************************************************

Athena,

You're telling us! We already knew that the media is not too bright.

All kidding aside, that was fun. Thank you. The viniettes coming of late, yours, and Aswini's come to mind, have been marvelous.

I think we can all lighten up for a few relaxed moments. But just for a bit.

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Come On Over — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:22:29 GMT

McCain just invited the Democratic voters from Michigan and Florida to be Republicans. They quickly agreed.

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Nj — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:24:57 GMT

SUPERS NEED TO PUT HILLDOG OUT IF HER MISERY>

TIME TO EUTHANIZE HER> SHE CANT HELP BUT BE MEAN

SHE IS NOT A NICE PERSON

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Eric, Salinas, CA — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:25:53 GMT

I wonder how long before someone from Hillary "Republican" Clinton's gang of terror whines that Obama's use of "Cockatoo" was directed at her. Come to think of it the description of "an animal that flies, can mimic human words and has fancy plumage" best describes the closet republican. When I think of Hillary though the only flying animal that describes her perfectly is a flying pig, and only when pigs fly will she get nominated!

Go Obama 08/12!

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Ron Z — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:26:11 GMT

How refreshing. We need to hear a story like this once per day. It helps us remember the candidates are people just like we are, not commodities as RCP would have us believe.

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Nicholas: Minnesota — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:33:30 GMT

"Obama said, Abercrombie & Fitch"
--Maybe there is something to the product placement argument. Think Steven Colbert, Doritos and FEC.

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Terry Roberts — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:33:30 GMT

Did Obama get the reporters to get the buzz word about himself - "Sham!"?

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MR — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:34:36 GMT

THE CLINTON MAFIA IS STRIKING HARD!

"THOSE WHO DON'T VOTE FOR HER, WILL BE SLEEPING WITH THE FISHES"- SOUNDS LIKE SOMETHING FROM THE "SOPRANOS"?

YOU HAVE TO READ THIS...SOMEBODY HAS TO STOP THEM!

http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/5/9/121719/5159/971/512624

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Slone Native — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:35:39 GMT

"Ugly" "Vindictive" "Shrew" "Mean" "Hateful"

Obama must have been really tired - he answered - "My wife!!".

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Tania, Winter Haven, FL — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:37:16 GMT

All Americans are hard-working. This is the reason we have such a reat country. Please remind HRC about this.

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Fri, 09 May 2008 18:38:04 GMT

Yes Hillary fans, it is a slow news day. Nothing to report besides Taboo... And Obama getting more and more superdelegates

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puhleeze — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:38:15 GMT

Geez, I'm an Obama supporter but taking up space with this item when there are substantive issues to be debated seems like a waste of everyone's time. Next thing you'll be running headlines the likes of, "Obama puts shoes on one at a time" or "Clinton drinks coffee with morning toast"

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MSierra, SF — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:38:24 GMT

Actually, Sherrod Brown is a Senator
But, he would be a great pick

Or Richardson
I LOVE 'Judas'
Stick it to Carville !!

ANYBODY BUT the witch !

From Huff Post:

Likely VP picks for Obama:

Jim Webb
Webb is the closest thing to a frontrunner for Obama's VP these days. A former Republican, he served as Secretary of the Navy for Ronald Regan. Webb defeated George "Macaca" Allen to become a junior senator in Virginia.
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Hillary Clinton
This ticket is either a dream or a nightmare. Some see it as the only way to reunite the Democrats in time for November. Other see it as the fastest way to destroy the Obama brand.
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Bill Richardson
You know him, you love him, he's the New Mexico governor with a heart of gold, a kickin' mustache, and -- thanks to James Carville -- a new nickname.
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Joe Biden
He is Mr. Foreign Policy. He also claims the best line of the primary season thus far. Too bad no one told Iowans he was running for President.
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Brian Schwietzer
Never heard of him? You should. Schweitzer has been Montana's governor since 2005, and is currently on of the most popular governors in the country.

WORTH WATCHING

Janet Napolitano
Another popular Western governor, Napolitano has settled into a second term in McCain's very red home state. She also backed Obama early in the race.

Sherrod Brown
Another governor, this one from Ohio. Brown is a favorite among progressives for his economic populism and outspoken criticism of the war.
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Chuck Hagel
A Republican senator who has fought with Bush tooth and nail over the Iraq war, Hagel is one of three Republicans who voted with the Democrats over a withdrawal plan. He also has served on the Banking, Foreign Relations and Intelligence Committees. Hagel has also said he's considering endorsing Sen. Obama.
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Wesley Clark
Rhodes Scholar turned four-star general and once-presidential candidate. A star resource for Democrats on military affairs.
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Kathleen Sebelius
Talk about reaching across the aisle. This Kansas governor convinced a Republican to leave his party, become a Democrat, and run as his Lieutenant Governor. Kansas is rife with stories of Republicans undergoing conversions, and Sebelius gets a good amount of credit for this.
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Tom Daschle
The former South Dakota senator, Daschle has been a strong supporter of Obama's campaign; he's a nation co-chair and is rumored to play a big part in the campaign strategy.

HONORABLE MENTION

Mike Bloomberg
Sure, most voters have never heard of him. And sure, he's never been a national player. But the current Mayor of New York has been a darling of the media, as they spent months seeing if he would get into the Presidential race. Coupled with some private conversations with Obama that caused a tizzy in the fall, a Bloomberg candidacy could cause some media attention that would rival that of even John McCain.

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Joyce, NY — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:38:28 GMT

MSNBC are you going to report the next time he takes a toilet break?

Reminds me of the SNL skit. So true!

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Pete - Albany, NY — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:39:50 GMT

To anyone dropping quotes from Senator Obama's books as an attempt to scare us into not supporting his campaign, please...

...GET THE QUOTES CORRECT AND PUT THEM IN CONTEXT!

For example...

"I will stand with the Muslims should the political winds shift in an ugly direction."

SHOULD BE

"In the wake of 9/11, my meetings with Arab and Pakistani Americans, for example, have a more urgent quality, for the stories of detentions and FBI questioning and hard stares from neighbors have shaken their sense of security and belonging. They have been reminded that the history of immigration in this country has a dark underbelly; they need specific reassurances that their citizenship really means something, that America has learned the right lessons from the Japanese internments during World War II, and that I will stand with them should the political winds shift in an ugly direction."

Stop believing spam!

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TIME TO UNITE — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:40:26 GMT

To all my fellow democrats,
I am and will always be a Hillary Clinton Supporter.. Her chances are realistically diminshing. I am a realist. It's a sad turn of events. But what I will fail to do is to allow another 4 years of Bush's policies to plague MY BEAUTIFUL COUNTRY. It's time to turn our attention on McINSANE and destroy the Republican party once and for all. Let us UNITE NOW and put an end to thousands dead; put an end to economic failures; put an end to a war for oil. LET US TROUNCE THEM!!!

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Eric, Salinas, CA — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:41:31 GMT

You can tell McCain is suffeing from Alzheimer's Disease as he has forgotten to mention his gas tax cut holiday political gimmick in recent days. Once again the Flip Flop Express tries to hide from another of his numerous verbal blunders. When pandering doesn't work then shut up and hope the public forgets his pandering ways.

Go Obama 08/12!

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Steve S., Springfield, Ill. — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:41:36 GMT

Thanks for that nice change-of-pace.

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Bob, Charlotte, NC — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:41:53 GMT

Wow, so many morons and racists taking the time to post a comment. This country will have to eventually deal with it's inherent racism. I'm one white man however who is GLAD Obama is having a little fun as he should be. For me, he is the real deal and the ONLY true hope for POSITIVE change in the country.

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People sick of your drivel — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:42:50 GMT

Patty, it's news because Chuck Todd and First Read's staff are obviously out to get you. At least that's probably what you tell yourself as you put on your tinfoil hats....

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Pete - Albany, NY — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:43:25 GMT

To "The Wright Choice?"...

If you're going to use quotes from Senator Obama's books, do yourself 2 favors:

1. Use the correct quote.
2. Put it in context.

For instance...

"I will stand with the Muslims should the political winds shift in an ugly direction."

...should read...

"In the wake of 9/11, my meetings with Arab and Pakistani Americans, for example, have a more urgent quality, for the stories of detentions and FBI questioning and hard stares from neighbors have shaken their sense of security and belonging. They have been reminded that the history of immigration in this country has a dark underbelly; they need specific reassurances that their citizenship really means something, that America has learned the right lessons from the Japanese internments during World War II, and that I will stand with them should the political winds shift in an ugly direction."

Maybe that will teach you to quit reading spam!

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Eric, Salinas, CA — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:43:45 GMT

Kudos to the First Read persons who add in our comments. From the looks of things the number of comments is way up today and I salute those fine people who are trying to keep up with posting our comments. I find reading the comments to be far more entertaining and informative than reading the actual articles.

Go Obama 08/12!

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lee, sarasota — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:43:51 GMT

Obamaites, have you forgotten that regular guy we put in the White House? And now we are complaining. Obamas elitism was only while pandering to his SanFrancisco elites. Same old politics, pandering to the audience who ever that might be at the time. Read his books and you will see who he really is but Obamaites do not know how to read even if they do have degrees. Formal education does not = intelligence. Ask some of the teachers, doctors, engineers, lawyers, etc who work with colleagues. And now that you have decided to put another regular guy in the white house live with the consequences. But if we who are using our heads by not voting for him, we will abandon the party as they have done to us and vote for McCain. Sour grapes as some have said about our crossover, would not be voting for McCain but allowing Obama to win this election (which might occur if we did not use our vote) so that you could see what a jacka?? you put in the White House.

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Clinton is Toast!!! McCain is Next!!! — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:44:00 GMT

Hey patty,sd,ca

Did you go off your meds again? Either way we are all sick of hearing you whine. It must really piss you off that you picked a loser. Clinton is toast. Get over it and grow up. Try living in the real world instead of your white suburban enclave down there in San Diego. It must be so frightening for you to live so close to a country with so many brown people in it. Try getting out once in a while. There are people of every ethnicity all around you. Not all of them are bad. That's why they call this country a melting pot. I know it will really irk you when, being the racist republican that you are, McCain loses to Obama too. Hahahahahaha.

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MSierra, SF — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:44:16 GMT

EAT YOUR HEARTS OUT, Yao Ming and lee,sarasota !!

Remember when crooked Hillary was 'inevitable' ?
Remember when Hillary said: 'I will be the nominee' ?

Remember the feared 'Clinton machine' ?

YOU LOSE !
Try to los gracefully

Nobody's gonna baby talk you
Nobody's gonna baby talk your corrked candidate

Think of this as an episode of 'Law and Order'

The crook loses in the end ....

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Carrie, Elkridge, MD — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:45:19 GMT

Nice to hear about the real human moments! Thanks!

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Angry Vet, Minn. — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:45:50 GMT

Some of these comments are absolutely disgusting, and not befitting a respectable mainstream news outlet. I am embarrassed by a number of these commenters as an American, and a combat veteran.

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Bill S — Fri, 09 May 2008 18:46:33 GMT

As an Obama supporter and born in WVA now living else were. I urge him to spend the rest of the week in that state. JFK was able to overcome being the first Catholic candidate and win the primary. He should not leave it to Hillary even if he has no chance to win now. In the general election if he has any hope of carrying WVA people will remember if he was there or not and most will vote acordinly.

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karlos — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:24:24 GMT

here's a game of taboo, gas rising to $4 a gallon, milk pass $4 a gallon, tax bills that pass with subsidies for oil companies recording record ptofits. let's discuss these taboos on the plane. why are we esentially subsidizing oil co.s which are profiteering and not us car makers to expedite conversion to hybreds and greater tax incentives to buy one? subsidize our own industries who are recording losses and expedite hybreds than save up to 30% on gas.

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Karen, Des Moines, IA — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:25:24 GMT

It's nice to take time out and enjoy the roses. It's also nice to hear and see all sides take a little time out.

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Eric, Salinas, CA — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:26:55 GMT

I get a real laugh out of the Flip Flop Express supporters trying to paint us thinking secular supporters of Barack Obama as robots. We can thank the conservative lunatic fringe robots for 8 years of the Bush/Cheney Tyranny and only a clueless robot would vote for 4 more years of ruining our democracy with Alzheimer McCain.

Go Obama 08/12!

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Paul Miller, Woodbridge, VA — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:26:55 GMT

Not reported was the game segment in which the reporters got the word "bearings," and for some inexplicable reason none of them thought to use the word "age."

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Barbara, Houston — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:27:39 GMT

Thanks for showing for once Obama's human side!

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Kevin, PA — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:27:56 GMT

This was actually a refreshing read. I always enjoy reading about these unscripted moments. It doesn't matter which candidate either. It's just nice to know there is a more human side to pols.

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America for Obama — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:30:27 GMT

We are sensing alot of hate in this forum.

Why are people still not ready for change? What will it take! Wake up Stupid!

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Geoff in Brooklyn — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:31:39 GMT

the fact that FIRST read is posting this on the Friday before a primary is the surest sign of all that the nomination battle is over!

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Corinne Carter, Richland, Wash — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:37:38 GMT

Just watching a video of what you reporters have to go through while covering the political news is exhausting. Thank you for all your hard work, keeping us up to date on breaking news, and sharing this delightful story. (No posting please)

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Suzette — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:41:15 GMT

To The Wright Choice,

Obviously, you know how to read. But clearly, you can't comprehend what you read. And, clearly, you are a very closed-minded person who lacks empathy. Because, if you pay close attention, you hear the inner turmoil of someone who is struggling to find his own identity. Way too often, people of mixed heritage are not fully accepted by either side of their heritage, and struggle to identify with someone. Read your history. Oh, sorry, you wouldn't understand it if you did. But you sure know how to look for those sound bites. ARe you related to Sean Hannity or something!!???

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Wan Glue, Dallas, tx. — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:43:27 GMT

OBAMA NEED TO GO TO WVA, OBAMA STILL NEED EVERY VOTE HE CAN GET, TO STAY AHEAD AND FAR AHEAD, DO NOT GIVE HILLARY A CHANCE SHE CAN STILL WIN, BECAUSE IF SHE DO NOT DO GOOD IN WVA I BELIEVE SHE WILL DROP OUT.

HILLARY NOT TRUSTABLE, JUST LIKE DISBARRED BILL, THEY MISPOKEN MUCH TO OFFTEN, UNTIL THOSE MISPOKEN WORD BECOME DEVIOUS LIES.

DENOUNCE HILLARY AND BILL AT THE POLL, SEND THEM TO HARLEM.

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jed — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:45:59 GMT

Hillary is trying to inflame black/white tensions in this country and playing divide/conquer by putting the Hispanics in with the Whites.

She is just as bad as Jeremiah Wright.

It is time for the Democratic Party to disown the Clintons and Jeremiah Wright.

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jed — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:46:18 GMT

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Mark, Cambridge, MA — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:46:44 GMT

Firstread, as journalists who are using editorial power to filter these comments, I think it is your responsibility to do so in a reasonable way. Your editorial approval to comments means you have in some way blessed the comments as a worthwhile addition tot he debate being had. By allowing lies and false implications such as those by "The Wright Choice ??" to be posted under your watch, you impugn your own reputation and insult our political process.

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h, Tustin, CA — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:52:13 GMT

You know Patty SD, CA - you say you will vote for McCain in November after you say that you will vote for Obama in another blog. Well, remember what state you live in - we here in CA never go red.

Lastly on the HRC money issue - my GOP friend's husband donated $10 to HRC campaign. Of course, since my sister's dog is the campaign mascot for the OBAMA 08 campaign, I was upset as was she about him dolling out their money to a losing campaign. Since she is voting for OBAMA, she made her husband recoup that $10 and stood over his shoulder while he got the reimbursement. So that is 1 million minus $10.00.

LOL

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Andrew, Seattle, WA — Fri, 09 May 2008 19:55:45 GMT

What is with all these bitter Hillary supporters? Are we really that competitive in this country that we cannot put our competitiveness aside for our own good? If you all honestly think McCain is the best choice in this election because YOUR candidate did not win the nomination, then you deserve what you get for the next 4 to 8 years. And I don't want to hear anyone complaining. REALLY!

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Taylor, Atlanta, GA — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:02:42 GMT

What a great story of the "Taboo" game. Sadly, those that want to slam Obama will find a way to twist it.

On a serious matter, how can the DNC believe that anything other than a 50-50 split of FL and MI can be fair? Obama's name was not even on the ballot in MI but more to the point in FL Hillary's won simply because she was a known entity and for no other reason. There wasn't time to know anything about this Senator from Chicago, but we had 8 years, lots of dishonesty, an impeachment and mysterious happenings which are still forbidden to discuss regarding the Clintons. Hopefully, assuming the nomination is not stolen from him, Obama will not even consider Hillary as veep. The Clintons should be kept as far away from the White House as possible.

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kaye — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:04:50 GMT

All of you Obama haters must be the uneducated ones the media and statistics talk about. Shame on you for showing that you are truly her uneducated voters. In case you are unaware they do offer day and night classes for the uneducated.

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Cedric, Charlotte — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:05:10 GMT

From 'Audacity of Hope' : 'I will stand with the Muslims should the political winds shift in an ugly direction."

What? I just read that book, literally just finished it yesterday and I don't remember seeing that sentence anywhere. And I'm guessing this post is inaccurate in many of its other quotes too. Stop lying. Just be glad BO is too decent to not push how close Bill Clinton was to Rev. Wright when he needed to look like a Christian. What hypocrisy.

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Cedric, Charlotte — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:06:32 GMT

Bill-

I agree. He may lose WV but he's the nominee and he can't be tentative about going to every state in the Union.

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Jean, Portland Or — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:07:11 GMT

I enjoyed the report on Taboo. Keep throwing in human interest stories. But I would also like to see a serious report on the likelihood of some of these so-called Clinton supporters actually mattering in the Fall. They keep claiming they'll vote Re-pub and sink Obama, but I doubt there are that many stupid, vicious racists in her camp to make much difference. Most people who support Clinton are passionate but reasonable Democrats who will in the end, support their party. Plus, Obama's pulling huge numbers of Independents and decent America-Loving Republicans to sink anybody's nasty swift boats. So goodbye to the Hatemongers--go vote for McCave and be damned.

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Sherri, Charleston WV — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:09:27 GMT

Bill S, I completely agree. I live in the capital city, but his visit would be best received in the coal fields, or in central, rural counties that have lagging economic engines.

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Dusty Olson, Waterloo, Iowa — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:09:46 GMT

MSierra,
Good post. As an Iowan, I was a little disappointed Biden didn't do better here, but still would love to see him as VP or Secretary of State.
Oh and little off subject...also as an Iowan, I feel a little bewildered about the arguement of electability based on popular vote, though that is falling from Clintonian spin because she is behind there too. Senator Clinton LOST here and several other "unimportant" caucus states, which, correct me if I am wrong anyone but we are not counted in the popular vote numbers. So, go ahead and argue Senator Clinton is close to Senator Obama in popular vote and should remain and make sure you "disenfranchise" the caucus states in your arguements.
President Thomas Jefferson, founder of my political party I believe, expected better than the messes we've seen this nomination process. As a party we fellow Democrats attack each other and party members and supporters threaten the party for selfish reasons. All three of the candidates are US Senators, show a little respect please. President Jefferson would also be appalled by the current "media" I believe as well. Life is not dedicated to attempts at destroying each other and misinforming the public. Get your facts straight and inform the public as per your job description. (This is not directed at this story or FR for that matter, just frustration.)
"God forbid we should ever be twenty years without such a rebellion. The people cannot be all, and always, well informed. The part which is wrong will be discontented, in proportion to the importance of the facts they misconceive. If they remain quiet under such misconceptions, it is lethargy, the forerunner of death to the public liberty. ...And what country can preserve its liberties, if it's rulers are not warned from time to time, that this people preserve the spirit of resistance? Let them take arms. The remedy is to set them right as to the facts, pardon and pacify them. What signify a few lives lost in a century or two? The tree of liberty must be refreshed from time to time, with the blood of patriots and tyrants. It is its natural manure." -Thomas Jefferson

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Pablo Hussein, Denver, CO — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:16:52 GMT

To Pete - Albany, NY:

Good work on your part. Unfortunately, you are one of the few people posting here that actually read.

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Dan — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:17:40 GMT

MSierra, SF -

May I add that Barrack should get a VP who is an expert in Economy and Foreign Affairs - for he sure could use an expert for his lack of knowledge and experience.

Folks, note that the VP is a very important spot. Don't undersestimate it. For whoever it might be could be President in 8 years.

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Callie Red Nashville, TN — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:19:28 GMT

Can not believe you all are making so much of a simple game among friends who are just trying to relax for a little while. With all the problems of the world and all the things Obama as well as Clinton are trying to accomplish. You should be ashamed!!!

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Dboy Chicago Il. — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:22:59 GMT

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/24533370/

Hillary lied to the American public AGAIN. Her campaign actually raised a little more than $1 million on the day after Pennsylvania, not their $10 million dollar goal.

This shows a pattern that would definitely continue in the White House. The Clinton's lack the moral fiber to be there.
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Dude, Can you read??

Anyways, people don't like Clinton 'cos she lies unreasonably, and is stubborn. So even when she doesn't, people think she is. Unfair? Maybe... But, i can't judge.

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Bobby Long, Gadsden, Alabama — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:28:20 GMT

I find it hard to believe that people still looking at color, heck Obama is 1/2 white so why can't he be white... the fact that he must choose a race is racist itself, but if silly folks want to continue Bush policies go ahead and don't complain about hard times. Mr. Bush is an oil man so now that oil is sky high he loves more money for him when he leaves... the idea that blacks are the driving force to Obama's success is stupid we only make up about 12% of america so must be some smart people of other races that's supporting him too... remember this the world is watching us so how can we export hope to another country with conviction as they watch how we treat our fellow countrymen...

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DrToketee — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:30:52 GMT

Obama and his staffers beat the press - the word-masters themselves - at their OWN word game - think about that! There won't be any dummies coming into the White House. Goodness, Hillary can't even remember "Bosnia" and "NAFTA" while McCain can't figure out "Sunni" and "Shiite".

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CAH, Everett, WA — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:33:22 GMT

Hey patty,sd,ca - I am a fairly FAT white middle class older woman who has a job and I am signing!!!!

Time for you and the CLINTON'S to pack it in!

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Lamont — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:42:35 GMT

Spoon fed useless tripe by a censored and moronic bunch of groupies. No wonder Bush has been able to execute an illegal and unethical, costly vengeful war of aggression to kill thousands of USA soldiers in service of oil companies and hundreds of thousands of Iraqis fighting for freedom.

The fourth estate is showing evidence of its sell out. I hope Obama fed them snacks and soft drinks.

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Richard, Washington State — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:49:18 GMT

I heard Obama has 20 people on his speech writer staff, but enquiring minds want to know whether he's hired Matthew, Mark, Luke and John yet. And will Mary Magdalene be in the intern pool?

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Rich, Pittsburgh PA — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:54:55 GMT

Wow...for an article that is pretty silly in nature to get the first three responses is just sad. Do the anti-Obama people just wait in the wings to write pointless drivel?

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Oscar, Rio Vista CA — Fri, 09 May 2008 20:58:46 GMT

Dear MSNBC: You have allowed "patty, sd, ca" to voice her very negative and most often nasty comments day in and day out. I think most people are getting really tired of her tirades and would prefer it if you choose comments that are more reasonable.

You really should stop encouraging these people to use First Read as a place to spew their hate. You do have some responsibility you know.

It would be nice if you printed these comments instead of patty, sd, ca. I am from California and she is giving us a bad name.

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Mark, Burlington VT — Fri, 09 May 2008 21:09:48 GMT

Now that the end is in sight, Obama shows he can kick back and have fun. Too many people have taken this contest too seriously for too long. Some are venting on this not-so-news-worthy news item. Too bad.

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NO to Obama--he must not be president. — Fri, 09 May 2008 21:32:04 GMT

Obama the candidate that is unqualified and ill-prepared.

Obama the elitist.

Obama the media driven candidate.

Obama the candidate that was given a pass on everything.

Obama the protege of Wright. (they are on the same page).

Obama the "bittergate candidate".

Obama's wife who thinks Americans are mean people.

Obama who threw his Granny under the bus. Where is she by the way????

Obama the friend of Wright (not to believe what he has said about that).

Obama the man that should not get the nomination(guess the DNC wants another lost).

Obama the guy who can not and must not be elected.

I am a Hillary supporter and would never vote for Obama. He scares me to death.

Wonderbama should have had the senate CHANGED by now. He has been a senator for approx. 40 months and has done next to nothing. Some wonderbama he has turned out to be.

To Bill S. Yep!!! Obama should take his nose-up-in the-air arrogant self on down to WV and KY. I am a mountaineer too and they can spot a phony a mile away and then some.

Obama is phoney, phony, phony and those are his good qualities.

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The Don — Fri, 09 May 2008 21:46:06 GMT

"" I wonder how long before someone from Hillary "Republican" Clinton's gang of terror whines that Obama's use of "Cockatoo" was directed at her. Come to think of it the description of "an animal that flies, can mimic human words and has fancy plumage" best describes the closet republican. When I think of Hillary though the only flying animal that describes her perfectly is a flying pig, and only when pigs fly will she get nominated!

Go Obama 08/12! ""

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Eric, That was cheap on your part. It's one thing to support Obama, and I do! - but no need to insult Hillary as such. Exercise some refrain. I know we are all dealing with heated moments and increasingly exacerbating and emotional times when we have to deal with the Clintons, but still we must remember that she is a democrat - albeit probably selfish in most of our minds, but still a democrat - hence one of us.

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THV, NYC — Fri, 09 May 2008 21:53:13 GMT

Like it or not, in January 2009, there will be a swearing-in ceremony for PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA.... Two people are interviewing for the most visible job in the United States and only one of them will get it...Baraack Obama will NOT be able to solve many of America's social problems BUt he won't do any more or less than the present administration?....what's more he has the will and political wisdom to attempt to use as many bi-partisan measures as possible? You DO know that's why the Federal Government can't accomplish ANYTHING, because the corrupt two-party system spend ALL of their time thwarting each other's bills/amendments etc. and catering to the 'special interests' that fund their re-election campaigns?...Go Barack GO..................

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Ralph in Chicago (how many times will you pass through there) — Fri, 09 May 2008 22:09:51 GMT

You know, First Read ... you need to remind people that these are just BLOGS and NOT FULL NEWS ARTICLES ... so you are allowed to talk about trivial observations from the field in addition to "news tidbits" with some commentary ... people are not getting it ... well ... people in a particular demographic that is apparently a "swing" group ... yes you need to help them out here ...

Keep having fun! ;-)

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kenn — Fri, 09 May 2008 22:16:40 GMT

Free Press my A## they play games get fed listen to his stories and fawn all over him how will they OBJECTIVELY report on him as president probably the same way MSNBZZZZZ helped bush take us to war,as friends of the president not the forth estate.MICA SHUSTER AND TIKI(ZFOX NEWS) BARBER all gushing Obama how ameturish.

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d-Nice — Fri, 09 May 2008 22:19:57 GMT

But Bill. The polling in WVA sounds insane. What's up with your home state? Thats a hell of a lot of irrational a*# people. I do everything a can not to hate of clinton supporters.

But clintons is a trip. She was and is "off-the-chain." Bosnia, taxes, changing the rules, treats distroy the part, the race card, the kitchen sink and still talking about working on a back door way to take nomination.

Finally, leading a ring of supporters down this racist path just to find a a voting block then threating to overthrow the democratic process and say screw the tens of millions that voted againt her.

Bill those fools WV got some serious issues. You don't and every one else that i actually met from the place seem cool, sort off, but my God. I grew up and Michigan. I can dig the hate in OH and i understand PA was a little rough in tumble. But WVA man... I think you should go to some of western red sates and work with people that are a little less hostile.

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kenn — Fri, 09 May 2008 22:20:23 GMT

ONLY A LOSER WOULD LOSE WEST VIRGINA AND KENTUCKY SUCKER FREE where are all the people of color at his campaign stops all you see is a sea of white standing behind him isnt he proud of his 955 hold on blacks maybe he is using them and the cities will be just as bad under obama as BUSH thenj think of how BILL CLINTON was refered to as the first Black it wasnt made up by white people must have been the 5% that vote for hillary TIS IS RACISM at its best 95%

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kenn — Fri, 09 May 2008 22:23:47 GMT

HEY PETE obamaa always has sometthing bad to say about the USA.THANKS FOR BACKING THIS UP.

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Perry "Hussein", NYC — Fri, 09 May 2008 22:24:39 GMT

Dear Wright Choice,

Please take a chill pill, and that goes for your CAPS-LOCK key too! It was just a *game*...

And BTW, if you start practicing right now, by January you might be able to say "Pres-i-dent O-ba-ma."