Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Deborah Greenlawn, NY — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:28:12 GMT

That last sentence in the First Read report
says it ALL about the Clinton campaign.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Heidi in Houston — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:31:35 GMT

The Clinton campaign doesn't release negative numbers.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Liz in SD — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:32:01 GMT

I got a fundraising call from the Clinton campaign before 5% of the votes were reported in KY tonite. I can't believe NE1 is still giving them money! That's pretty much what I told them too.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Eric, Salinas, CA — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:35:17 GMT

Thanks Mark Murray for bringing us Obama supporters this wonderful ray of sunshine.

I think the money has spoken that Barack Obama is the most electable candidate in November. As Stephen Colbert says "the market has spoken!".

Very telling that "Bag Lady" Hillary didn't fare so well and is probably even further in debt than the month before. If she isn't reporting then she hasn't got anything to brag about on the money front. Just speaks volumes to her complete incompetence to handle money. Good thing she has Bill to cover her back on the money she's wasted.

Go Obama 08/12!

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

NC for OBAMA 08' — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:37:47 GMT

HRC's victory speech is absolutely pathetic! I have been torn in the past weeks since the NC primary but I will never sway with my emotions again. I feel NO sympathy for HRC anymore. She is attempting to divide the party and it is absolutely sickening. She is straddling both sides of the fence - saying that she is best ready to lead the country and on the other hand she will support the democratic nominee! Incredible. I'm basically out of words. She is done and I will never vote for another Clinton for the rest of my entire life!!!!!

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Eric, Salinas, CA — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:37:56 GMT

Wake Up America! Now isn't Barack Obama the next president that you want handling our country's finances? Just look at the brilliance of his financial performance this primary campaign and think what he'll do for our country with his "PayGo" financial philosophy.

Go Obama 08/12!

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Mark, Camrbidg , MA — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:40:02 GMT

Do the McCain cash on hand numbers include general election cash?

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

donna — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:40:59 GMT

My guys, and gals are genuises. I love them. I will keep my shoulder to the wagon 'til the deed is done.

My donations are my joy in this campaign. Cash on the barrel head is the proof of sincere support born of faith, that only purity can muster.

That is why Obama is rich.

Pulling for Obama '08

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

justthinkinoutloud — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:41:22 GMT

I just mailed another $25 contribution to Obama today. Whenever hillbillary's campaign calls I keep telling them no and not to call me again, but they don't listen, just like Hillbillary. Hear me now Hillbillary, go away and quit embarassing yourself.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

ge`pa`` — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:42:40 GMT

what's obama doing with all that money? 30 million tell him not to spend it all in one place.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Heidi in Houston — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:43:31 GMT

Other than the FIGHT/UNITE changing themes in Hillary's victory speech (I'm convinced she's bipolar - she's pivoting her stance all over the stage!)...here are the highlights from Hillary's KY speech:
-"Go to Hillary Clinton dot com and give me your money" - what else is new
- "As Kentucky goes, so does the nation" - just like every state she's won
- Bragging about taking money from a baby again. An 11 year-old sold his bike and video games to contribute to her campaign and she's has $109M in her personal coffers. For her to brag about taking money from a kid who has no clue about politics and now has nothing to do in his spare time... you shocked me with that one once in WV and NOW you've brought it up AGAIN, Hillary! It is shameless that your campaign is so BROKE, you would accept this kid's money, this kid who knows nothing about politics. Sickening!!

At least they didn't grab the token black man, in a bright yellow shirt, away from his meal in the restaurant across the street, and throw him behind you on the stage like you did in WV.

This woman is priceless!

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

sam — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:50:37 GMT

If Hillary steals this nomination, I will not vote for her, nor will a large number of friend, relatives and co workers. We will all work to see that she is not elected. Colorado for Obama

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Clintons Campaign Fraud Case — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:54:29 GMT

Senator Obama probably would have gotten more, but there are donors who will not give any more until they know FOR A FACT that our hard earned money will NOT go to Clinton.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Eric — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:56:15 GMT

John McCain’s chief media adviser said Tuesday he is stepping down rather than campaign against Barack Obama. Report the news MSNBC

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Ian — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:59:00 GMT

Good to see the REAL Dem base still supports the next president of the United States in a very tangible form.

Alan, NJ: Union members often vote Republican (a party's base votes for the party or stays home). Liberals can be over 30. And people other than blue collar whites work hard. I own my own business and I can assure you I work my ass off.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

The Simpsons Portland Oregon — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:59:24 GMT

Like MOST of Obama's supporters, I have given and am committed but can still give more.. ..and will. Our well is deep. Clinton has had to create these other committees to raise money from her contributers who have maxed out in what they can give her legally. Now they are asked to give to The American Leadership Project which is manned by former clinton aides etc.
Obama does not have to circumvent campaign finance laws because he has a broader base of contributors not just the same old deep pockets. Go Obama.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Comrade Kevin, Birmingham, Alabama — Wed, 21 May 2008 00:59:51 GMT

Quite simply, attrition warfare is the only way you can fight against an emboldened enemy and the old guard of the Democratic party. Did you honestly expect the Clintons go to graciously? They don't play fair. They never have. You can see that as tenacious and bold or utterly classless.

The other issue that no one wants to talk about is the fear of the black man in power. That is what is shaping the Appalachian primaries. No matter what spin you put on it, this race is forcing us to confront the truth. Identity politics and race matters to the vast majority of voters. Bemoan it if you wish, but refusing to acknowledge it as fact will only delay our refusal to confront the ugly truth.

Let's call it out, deal with it, and then unite this country. Please. We've been intellectually constipated long enough.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Ruthie, GA — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:05:49 GMT

Whenever she report it, there will be a negative sign in front of it. She is not paying her bills. How on earth does she expect to run a country with financial problems and she can't run a campaign. She will do a worst job than Bush.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Monique Marietta, GA — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:07:32 GMT

Barack Obama is the best canidate for President. We don't understand why some Hillary voters can't see her ability to handle her own campaign funds and always in debt? How could Hillary handle the entire Country and other Countries funds? Questions many need to ask before voting for her again.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Elizabeth, Nashville, TN — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:07:43 GMT

I went into Super Tuesday prepared to vote for Ron Paul. I wrote the checks, attended the rallies, and sported the bumper sticker, because the same old ways of doing business just aren't working. Then this hard-working white American came home on February 4th and heard Bill Clinton's voice on my answering machine. On February 5th, I voted Democrat for the 1st time in a presidential race with a completely blind vote for Barack Obama.

After that, I started listening to Democrat debates. I started paying attention to what the candidates - on both sides of the aisle. Barack Obama has more integrity in his left pinky finger than both Clintons combined.

Our nation needs drastic change, now! I am female, pro-life, and fiscally conservative. But I will agree to disagree with Barack Obama on certain policy issues if it will bring our troops home, help the uninsured who want healthcare to get it, and change the direction of the destruction of our planet.

Someone needs to call up the former president and repeat some words from this campaign - "She cannot win, Bill, she cannot win."

I don't begrudge Hillary supporters, I begrudge the Clintons. We all have the right to support who we want - that's what makes this America. But I for one am tired of the vitriol and lies from the Clintons and their cronies.

Write a check to Obama. He will use it wisely.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Lisa S - Phila, PA — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:08:05 GMT

With all the money he got - amazing could not get WV or KY.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Heidi in Houston — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:10:01 GMT

Eric,
MSNBC already reported this earlier today on First Read. You just need to go to the next page of First Read headlines:
http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/05/20/1044179.aspx

Great news, I know!

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Monique Marietta, GA — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:11:25 GMT

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Smick, Georgia — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:15:09 GMT

'Po Hillary...rolling pennies for gas money broke! Oh how the mighty have fallen.

Um, if Hillary can't manage her own finances, how can we expect her to fiscally manage the country?

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Fran Wells, N. Myrtle Beach, SC — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:16:06 GMT

How exciting the 2 to 1 victory for Hillary with nearly 400,000 votes in KY to BO's 182,000. And, as expected, the funeral parlor of MSNBC has not only trotted the Obama mouthpieces of Andrea, Chris & Keith out to put yet another "presumed" death nail in the Coffin. And all you in FR can talk about is the release of BO's fundraising announced as Hillary started to speak. Do you really think all of you are going to be able to continue to drown out Hillary's incredible victories and BO's humiliating losses in these days when he is allowing his surrogates to call him the *presumptive nominee* and take victory laps in the face of defeat??? How revolting! Hillary has done this with her supporters, Bill and Chelsea. She has received 0 help from the party establishment, namely, Nancy Pelosi, Clair McCaskill, and many other congressional women (disgraceful!), the congressional men in droves - the latest of which is Senator Byrd (that has got to be blatant sexism - there is no other rationale with his state of W.VA. going overwhelmingly for Hillary.) Hillary has gotten no help from any of these officials who prefer a complete unknown rather than the incredible qualities she brings to the presidency. All of this because of fear of her getting ahead of them. Should HC, after all of this not win the nomination (which I think she will!), this is why I, under no circumstances, will NOT - NOOOOOOOOOT - vote for BO. He is clearly out of his league, but primarily my republican vote (life-long, liberal democrat here)will be AGAINST the Democratic Party establishment and the way they have tried to ignore HC out of this race. Then the insane racism they have been accused of is next in line for my wrath. Unity - No Way in hell! FranSC

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

TD, Wilmington, DE — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:16:41 GMT

Congratulations to Senator Obama on the contributions received in April. I'm proud to say that I was one of the millions of people who donated to Senator Obama's campaign. However, I did inform the campaign that although I remain an avid supporter, I will withhold making any additional monetary donations until they make clear formally and in writing that donations will not be used to pay off Senator Clinton's campaign debt. Of course, campaign donors typically give with the understanding that they cannot dictate how the money will be spent. Senator Obama's campaign has continually demonstrated fiscal responsibility. I am a hard-working American and I feel the economic crunch so many other hard-working Americans feel. I give what I can afford to support Senator Obama. However, I can't in good faith, donate my well-earned money to pay off Senator Clinton's campaign debt via Senator Obama's campaign. I have my own debt to worry about and wholeheartedly refuse to have one dime of my money used to pay for the fiscal irresponsibility of Senator Clinton's campaign. Many other supporters relayed that same message to the Obama Campaign. Perhaps that's why there was a drop in the amount the campaign received last month. Still, $31.3 million is impressive.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Terry, IN — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:19:00 GMT

Obama legally CANNOT pay off Hillary's debt out of our donations. The only way he could help her is to have a special fundraiser designated for her.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Union Baby, Tennessee — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:19:39 GMT

So who care if the "Chicago style politian" raises tons of money, mob money probbaly. I just don't trust this boy, and I sure don't care for a chicago mob polititian to be president of the free world. Not much better than a want to be cowboy.
Great speach Hillary, great win,keep it up, you can beat the snot out of this youngster, take it to the convention and send Obama home unless you want 4 more years of bush style rule with Mccain.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

sem, va — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:20:16 GMT

you have not stated that with the $30m, obama has beaten the record for TOTAL previously held by George Bush.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

W. Keeton Fayetteville, Ar, — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:20:28 GMT

Looks like all you Anti-Clinton People out there want a Moslem running our great Country, you had better do a little better research on the Obama man !!!!!! He was born a Moslem, raised a Moslem & by his own words said if things got too bad he would stand on the side of the Muslems!!!! We would all be better off casting our vote for John McCain !!!! Think about it, who of the three really has the experience, and I am not a republican !!!!

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

feedup in Va. — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:26:56 GMT

Well Clintonites,the support that you show your candidate is sending her to the poorhouse. keep up the good work! Your vote is meaningless without the support.

Go Obama! 08 09 10 11 12

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

CowboyJack — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:31:05 GMT

I wonder if Tony Rezko helped Obama to raise all that money???

Can Obama beat McCain w/o large portions of white people??

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Yaj Dor. Miami. FL — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:33:36 GMT

She raised only $22 million in April..not much especially after her so called, "Earth shattering" victories...

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

K., Seattle, Wash. — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:34:55 GMT

I just donated another $25 today!

Obama '08/'12!

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

nuanced — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:37:14 GMT

"John McCain’s chief media adviser said Tuesday he is stepping down rather than campaign against Barack Obama. Report the news MSNBC" --Eric

It was reported Eric; scroll back a few topics.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Ben, SF Bay Area, California — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:37:32 GMT

To date I have contributed $238.00 to the Obama campaign and I am one of those that could easily give the full $2300.00 but won't give him another dime until he assures me that Hillary Clinton WILL NOT BE PAID OFF!!! She has taken enough money from hard-working people who can barely afford gas money. I am a retired Data Processing manager who lives in the SF bay area who happens to be african-american but very independent. My politics are a bit to the right of middle but I wanted to see what this young man from Illinois was capable of so I've sent him a little money. With it and that of many others he has run a brilliant campaign against the second oldest political family in this country behind the Kennedys (Hang in there Ted, we love you) and is on the verge of making history. I will give him my full support once he pledges that the Clintons are on their own with their debt. I am a pay-as-you-go kinda guy and I won't support free-loaders.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

brian, dallas, tx — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:37:41 GMT

Eric... they were a few hours ahead of you:

http://firstread.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2008/05/20/1044179.aspx#comments

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Union Baby, Tennessee — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:38:58 GMT

MSNBC - you just can't stand for Hillary to win, can ya? Gotta try to push your guy down everyone's throats, well go ahead, I'll spit him back at ya in a heart beat. Obama will not win Tennessee, you can't win the White House without Tennessee, so I guess McCain has promised Chris Matthews a position as White HOuse Correspondent or something else he knows nothing about.
Go Hillary!
Just say no to Obama, his pastor, his silly wife, and shril supporters! Remember, Obama can't win without typical, white, educated (yes, I am!) women and our husbands who don't want to sleep in the dog house with John Edwards!
Hillary, if you don't get the nomination, please run as a third party candidate with Jim Webb as your running mate!

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Jane, NC — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:39:29 GMT

All that money and Obama is barely closing the deal, if he does at all.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

KathyfromPA, Carlisle, PA — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:41:09 GMT

This type of fundraising and running of a campaign (not one red cent in debt) is just a small glimpse as to how he will handle our nation's economy and run his administration. Superdelegates, what are you all waiting for??? Jump on the Obama wagon as so many of us already have!!!!
As far as Clinton releasing her numbers.....as one of you already stated.....they don't like to release negative numbers.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

teopa — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:50:57 GMT

thank you heidi for the synopsis, now i don't have to go to youTube. (what you wrote ws as much as i could have stomached anyway.

Say yes to democracy, .... no to CLINgONs!

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

SINA PAGO AS — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:54:37 GMT

65% to 30% osama. oh well nbc and first read your dislike of hillary hurts you so bad that you rather show those phoney humbers of fundrasing to cover his ass being kick bad in kentuckey...sicko!! osama WILL NEVER BECOME PRESIDENT...DREAM ON...GO HILLARY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Heather, WA — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:55:25 GMT

Based on the results of Obama's fundraising numbers I would say he's been a pretty darn good steward of our money. He has spent it and used it wisely. If you combine his ability to manage our money througout this campaign with his economic policies I would say we could very well be looking at much better economic times ahead. He has brought together an outstanding staff of fundraising managers!!!

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Yancy Greer, Norman, GA — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:56:40 GMT

And how did this money help Obama in West Virginia? Kentucky? Pennsylvania? Ohio? Loss upon loss upon loss.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Becky, New Jersey — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:58:02 GMT

Bill Clinton lost IA, NH, MD, VT, CT, RI, MA, CO, KS, and AZ. Based on Hilary's reasoning, Bill would be unelectable in the general election. But what really happened in the general election was of the ten states Bill Clinton lost in the primary, he won eight of those states in November. It just shows that the primary results don't equal general election results!!

Also, keep in mind the Democratic turnout has far exceeded the Republican turn out almost across the map. Please!! It is hard to believe that Obama will not benefit from the huge numbers of democratic voting that has been taking place in the general election!!

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Mary, Denver, CO — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:58:27 GMT

I donated today, twice, I hope y'all did as well!!

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Heather, WA — Wed, 21 May 2008 01:58:28 GMT

To Union Bay Tennessee: Jim Webb has enough sense not to bite the hand that feeds him...too bad Hillary doesn't.

GO OBAMA '08

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Molly — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:01:01 GMT

CONGRATS HILLARY!!!
Even with obama's Millions$$ - and the "expected" nominee - he still cannot seem to just WIN!
Seems like MILLIONS are voting for Hillary Clinton -
WHY can't he Just Win - we would all go away!

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Philip — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:02:01 GMT

She fights, we fight!

Go Evita!!

--p.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

May God Guide us all, Chicago, IL — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:02:44 GMT

i hope all this money we are spending to get these candidates elected is not in vain. i'd hate to think that american politicians, who are notorious promise-breakers, duped us into giving them our money instead of starving children in ethiopia or any number of other worthy causes.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

elephant,reston,va — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:03:20 GMT

No one in the media wants to take the issue headon. That is there are quite a few people especially in Appalchia who still will not trust a black man...
simple as that. That is the only thing that explains a 35 points difference in Kentucky compared to the rest of the country which is probably evenly divided between the two candidates.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Dee Fox IN — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:06:54 GMT

Actually Hillary's campaign raised 20-30 million in april and had it's 2nd biggest month ever. But of course biased pro Obama MSNBC isn't going to report that.

She released her numbers BEFORE he did. He waited until she blew him out in KY to release his to take the focus off the fact that he got his head handed to him on a platter.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

John Rambo — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:09:31 GMT

I saw a report there were Palestinian phone banks calling in to US to tell people to support Obama. Are these people also behind any donations made to his campaign? that seems like a lot of money for one month for a candidate in a divided party race. somebody should check where the donations are coming from. it doesn't take much to see there are some in Middle East who would love to see Obama win the election cause it will serve their purposes of continuing to build nuclear weapons and wipe Israel off the map.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

W Keeton Fayetteville,Ar. — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:09:32 GMT

MSNBC: Probably won't be displayed Period !!!! What about freedom of speech??? I think you boys probably have heard of that???? I don't suspect the press has ever hurt anyones feelings before, just day after day!!! Sincerely, WK

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

New Orleans, LA — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:09:36 GMT

How can Hillary Clinton be the best person to beat McCain, when she can not beat Barak Obama? She can not raise more money than Obama. She doesn't care about the Democratic Party or respect ALL hard working Americans. Had it not been for Republicans crossing over to vote in open primaries, she could not have won the so called BIG STATES! You can not "sleep" with Republicans at night and wake-up to kiss a Democrat in the morning!

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Philip — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:10:06 GMT

She fights, we fight!

Go Evita!!

--p.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Downtown Lou, Chicago — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:10:49 GMT

Cowboyjack: "I wonder if Tony Rezko helped Obama to raise all that money???"

Getting warmer Cj. Getting warmer.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

the equalizer,manila — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:13:32 GMT

After reading Obama's book "Dream from My Father", I felt a strange connection with this man,coming from from the opposite ends of the earth, and yet making the same journey and sharing the same dreams.

Obama's life experiences have given him that unique sensitivity to understand the plight of the oppressed and the marginalized in all corners of this small planet we call home.

This man OBAMA is truly a gift to America,A GIFT TO THE WORLD.

I hope and pray that GOD will protect Obama from evil as he pursues his destiny.

A new day is in the horizon for America,for the World.

On November 4,the World will say "WE are all Americans for OBAMA"

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Mike, Escondido, CA — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:13:49 GMT

He sure manages his money well! Just think what he can do with the American economy. I believe he will have a democratic majority in congress and that will make his job that much easier...

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Trish - PA — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:14:29 GMT

I agree with a post above that Obama supporters are afraid their money will go to the Clinton campaign. Let me lay to rest that fear. Any money Obama collects for another candidate MUST be kept separate and the donor will be aware that their money will be going to someone else. And quite frankly, I would contribute to help pay off her debt if it will get her big, disgraceful butt out of my face.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Trish - PA — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:17:49 GMT

Please people, I just read another post. Your money donated the Obama campaign will NOT go to pay off Clinton's debt. It is against the law. Obama needs to set up a separate account and the contributors made fully aware who the money is going too. Trust me on this. It's true. Don't stop giving to the cause. Your money will not go to Clinton unless you want it too. It is serious campaign fraud to do it any other way and we all know that Obama would not do that.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Phyllis Erie, PA — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:25:39 GMT

I think Fran Wells from N. Myrtle Beach SC is probably the most insightful person I have heard from throughout this entire campaign. I totally agree w Fran and couldn't have said it better myself. I was wondering when it was going to dawn on anyone, specifically television reporters, that there are most likely as many, if not more, people voting AGAINST Hillary because she is a woman than there are people voting against BO because he is African American. (Or would the correct racial identification be bi-raacial?) I am deeply disturbed because many reporters ( spin-doctors ) try to spin this around to be a racial issue. What about the men and women who would absolutely not vote for a woman for president. I am positive the numbers are significant. Though I do not know the numbers, and I doubt that we would get an accurate count anyway, I wonder how many misogynists are out there? They would vote for anyone rather than have a WOMAN be elected to the position of Comander in Chief?

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Michele, Jupiter Fl — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:29:51 GMT

Union Baby: You are such a moron I decided to google you. This first read comment came up from 2007....
Number One: Learn how to spell. Number Two: You sound to me like the exact demographic to vote for HRC: white, uneducated and time warped!!! Here's your post from Google!
GO OBAMA!!

Bruce, I realize you must feel very out of place - living in the state that has a city called "Sin City" and pretending to be conservative, but if you really are you would know that it does not matter how long you have been divorced, as long as your first spouse is still living you can not re-marry without it being adultry. Now, if you conservatives want to take the religion out of marriage (and technically it stopped being a religious matter the day you had to ask the government permission to marry someone by purchasing a marriage license) and let the states handle it, just say so. Otherwise it is adultry to re-marry while your spouse is still alive.
Bill and Hillary are not divorced, and though I don't think much of their way of living a married life, I do respect anyone who can work through their difficulties and stay married. It is not always easy for some folks to do that, and I know I am very blessed to be in a happy & faithful marriage for 30 years. I am one of the folks that thinks divorce should be allowed only in the case of physical abuse. And even then you don't get the green light to run down to the courthouse again. I don't care if you have been divorced for 50 years.
Put me down if you like, but before you do make that call to Pat Robertson or Billy Graham - see what their definition of Marriage and adultry are. I sure can't find anyplace in my New Testament that says it is ok tolive like that. Maybe the repugnants are now trying to rewrite the New Testament like they are trying to rewrite the constitution?

Union Baby, Tennessee (Sent Wednesday, July 25, 2007 2:26 PM)

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Victory,Atlanta, Ga — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:32:44 GMT

fran,well: please don't(vote forBO) who cares.it is what it is(the maths) deal with with it .LOOOOOOSER

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Ann, Des Moines, IA — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:35:41 GMT

Hey First Read! I heard that Warren Buffett endorsed Obama, but haven't seen anything on the news. Is this true?

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

jon, nj — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:44:47 GMT

While i am the farthest thing from a hillary supporter, i am glad she put herself into debt to keep it going this long to keep the country focused on the democratic candidates who, either of them who gets the nomination, understand the problems that are really facing the nation. The republican party is so out of touch with reality and what are the true issues facing our country. Religion, abortion, and gay marriage are not issues that we need to address or do anything about. They are merely pieces and freedoms of our daily lives that define us as a country, and make that country so great.

In the long run and on the bright side, it will only benefit the country for providing free exposure for the eventual democratic nominee. Those that are not obama supporters need to look past him being the guy that beat clinton for the nomination and find the common ground with this truly exceptional individual who will revolutionize presidential politics in 2009 and beyond.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

NObama-MI — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:46:28 GMT

I have had so many calls and letters and e-mails to donate to Obama that I just tell them to get it from his supporters because I sure as heck will not vote for him-----ever.He he is still getting bundled cash from his lobbyists buds-----hope he spends it all.We give to Hillary and I hope she spends it too.

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Florida — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:48:10 GMT

Hillbillary is pulling all kinds of rabbits out the bag trying to win the nomination. Counting Michigan and Florida saying that she has the popular votes when she knew that they wouldn't count if their primaries was move up. I bet she wasn't worry about Michigan and Florida back in January. Hillbillary supportors can't you all add....do the math. Stop going along with her....oooohhhh but then they are the less educated ones. Hillary had campaigne troubles when she ran for senator of NY and guess what it was.... her fianances just google Peter Paul. Talk about a bad track record...

Obama raises $30 million-plus in April

Duane, Richmond, VA — Wed, 21 May 2008 02:48:33 GMT

Some of these comments border on pathetic. I see one person referring to Obama as a "boy", someone else regergitating the Clinton propaganda that he can't win "hard working white voters", and yet another sign of ignorance someone else still referring to the man as a "Moslem" which I'm assuming they meant Muslem.
It's obvious to me that Besides Hillary supporters trying to bribe the Young Democrats they are also probably paying off people to write these ignorant rants in the form of blog responses. But of course my criticisms will be construed by Hillary supporters as mysogenistic because they just can't reach the same conclusion that most delegates, superdelegates, voters, most members of congress, the richest man in the world, John McCain, John Edwards, my 94 year old uncle, the oposing candidates senior advisor, the current sitting President, and most people with any knowledge of elementary mathematics have reached. That this nominating process is for all intents and purposes over.
Now be good Democrats and get on the band wagon just like you would expect Obama supporters to do if the situation was reversed or get left behind. The disrespect Hillary supporters feel right now is a direct product of how she has chosen to spend the last few months trying to divide the Democratic party. It just so happens that there are more people on the other side of the divide they have created so it must be a bit frustrating. Again, get onboard or get left behind but one way or another, Change Is A Coming!