Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Nicholas Beaudrot, Seattle, WA — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 17:48:01 GMT

I guess Jill Iscol doesn't want an ambassadorship to a nice place like Italy or Greece, eh?

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Ames Johnston, Battle Creek MI — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 17:51:00 GMT

Hillary's supporters are not needed by Obama. He'll have enough votes without them. Those fat old poor white women can go pound salt.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Fox Watcher — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 17:52:02 GMT

Fox News was very kind in their treatment of Tim Russert. Why no article about Tony Snow?

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Ira, Freehold, NJ — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 17:55:34 GMT

The problem with Hillary is Bill. Throughout her public life she has been vetted and scrutinized by special prosecutors, ther media and Congress. Whatever baggage she has,it's been out there for a time and is well known.

Bill, on the other hand, since leaving office, has taken contributions for his Presidential library from unknown sources with possibly political influence. He has made paid speeches all over the world and has had numerous business dealings and partnerships that may not pass a sniff test with the public. Some of his former partners are under indictment. I don't think the former President is willing to be vetted which will probably disqualify Hillary from consideration.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

gg, fl — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 17:56:27 GMT

GREAT FOR SEN. OBAMA WE DEFINITELY DON'T NEED 3 PRESIDENTS IN THE WHITE HOUSE. UNFORTUNATELY THE MANNER IN WHICH PRESIDENT CLINTON IS RESPONDING OR NOT RESPONDING PROVES THE POINT. THIS IS NOT ABOUT HIM OR HILLARY IT'S ABOUT THE COUNTRY.

WE WOULD LOVE FOR PRESIDENT CLINTON TO PROVE the media WRONG AND STAND UP WITH THE PARTY AND GET BUSY CAMPAIGNING

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Jamil, Dearborn, MI — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:10:00 GMT

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

donna — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:25:28 GMT

Obama is right. In addition, a former First Family with that much baggage, old, and new.......well......?

Their upset supporters, (though more extreme due to the historical nature of their dashed hopes), are a natural occurance of politics.

However, their scandals, and their debt are an unnecessary drag. I hate that Barack has to be bothered with this albatross.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Teri from Ohio — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:38:58 GMT

The LA Times also states this about Jill Iscol:
"Along with many Clinton supporters, Iscol is closely watching the Obama campaign to see how it treats Clinton."

Is this how we now pick our presidents? This is sooo ridiculous!! Do they want Obama to bend down and kiss her feet? Just because they were in a close race DOES NOT mean Obama owes her anything, especially after the things she said about him. Everyone talks about the way she was supposedly treated. They forget about what SHE and Bill said and did. I'm so sick of this!

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

OneOleMan - Seattle, WA — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:42:28 GMT

If the conversation with Obama went as Jill Iscol says then it is a shame he was as candid as she indicates, however I rather doubt he made such remarks. He has played this VP thing very close to the chest.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

BJ. CA — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:43:44 GMT

Hillary Clinton would best serving this nation on the SCOTUS....woman's rights would and still be the champion of her life for more than 4 to 8 years.
A greater good for a longer time ...

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

donna — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:44:05 GMT

Hillary has only herself to blame.

The circumstances that have brought her to political purgatory were decades of shady behavior, and entitlement.

Lastly, she made the miscalculation of her life, as a politician, to have stayed with Bill for political expedience, and advantage. Had she not supported him in his mess, but divorced him, the ticket might well be Clinton/Obama '08.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Roofin Reality, Houston, Tx. — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:49:20 GMT

I'm good with whomever Senator Obama chooses. After all, he and his team have put a strategy to get him to this time and place, I'm not interested in trying to change the gameplan now.

Having said that, and I'm an avid Obam supporter,
I ask the Hillary Clinton people to not even think about the vetting piece (which is HUGE). Instead, let's role play.

Reporter/Debate moderator: Sen. Clinton, you stated on at leat two occassions that you had the experience and Sen. McCain had the experience to lead the country/be commander-in-chief. You immediately followed that sentence with something to the effect of, but as for Barack, you'll have to ask him what his qualifications are. Or, he gave a speech.
Do you still feel that way now or were you in the throes of just saying something to get elected?

Clinton: Uh, I can see another McCain and the Viagra question 8 second pause.

I think that the campaign, and Clinton herself, has to have a realistic answer to that question that doesn't make it also seem as if she's saying she was wrong. Because then, she's saying she had poor judgement which could reflect poorly on Obama for selecting someone with poor judgement.

I've been asking the question for a few days and I'm still waiting for those Former Hillary supporters (I know who you are) to give an honest answer to that (sort of) question.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Michaele, Chandler, AZ — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:55:19 GMT

Ouch! Obama reached out to an unhappy Clinton donor and she bit him. Now all those Obama supporters who want to retire the Clinton debt, raise your hands.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

F. Steele — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:56:55 GMT

Many Hillaristas do NOT want her as VP. It's an insult. She has a great career in the Senate and she does not want to be VP.

We will work harder in November against an Obama/Clinton ticket than an Obama/anyone. See petition linked from turndownobama.

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Lyn, KCMO — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 18:58:53 GMT

I think she should be Secretary of Health and Human Services, and given full reign to solve the health care issue. It's been her baby for years...

Colin Powell for VP... It would be an unbeatable team.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

GAcosta,Edgewood,Kentucky — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:01:46 GMT

Wow! Is that surprising? I am sure everyone and his brother knew that Obama could not pick Hillary because of Bill. I am not a Bill Clinton fan, but I respect him. He still is the smartest guy in the room and Obama cannot compete with that.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

MLC — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:03:01 GMT

Wow. Goes to show that Hillary and her top supporters are backstabbers who should not be trusted. Obama reaches out to this woman and she betrays his trust by leaking to the media things he had told her during the private conversation he never should have wasted his time on the begin with.
Jamil, Dearborn, MI (Sent Saturday, July 12, 2008 2:10 PM)
**************

I totally agree and that was the difference on how they ran their campaing...One wiith discpline and the ohter like a tabloied

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Abby — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:10:39 GMT

I will NOT vote for Obama - do NOT care who the VP is.
Obama is NOT qualified to lead our country.
Without the MILLIONS of Hillary supporters the only thing obama will Steal is the nomination - NEVER the White House.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

AE, Portland, Maine — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:12:59 GMT

Unbelievable that Jill still thinks Hillary was treated unfairly. Hillary Clinton lost because of her record in the Senate, specifically supporting the decision to give W the power to go to war with Iraq. She lost fairly, and for her to act victimized after she was treated just like anyone else in the campaign would be if THEY had voted for the war in Iraq is enough reason not to pick her for VP. For SIX years of my 34 year life there has been a Clinton or a Bush in the Executive Office (beginning with GHWB as VP in 1980). ENOUGH with these two disfunctional, polarizing families. GO AWAY.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

JAY, NJ — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:15:23 GMT

SOMETIMES I WONDER WHAT IF THE SHOES WAS ON THE ORTHER FOOT? HILLARY PALYED HERSELF OUT, IF ONLY SHE HAD PULLED OUT EARLIER. BUT THE "GREED" TO GET BACK IN THE WHITE HOUSE CAUSED HER EVERYTHING.

IT'S TIME WE PUT THIS ISSUE TO BED AND FOCUS ON THE BIGGER ISSUES......LIKE MCBUSH AND HIS ADVISERS. NATION OF WHINERS?

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Diamond Tiger, Kona, Hawaii — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:19:00 GMT

Still not listening? No Obama, Not Now, Not Ever. Not voting for him even if he holds out the carrot of HRC as VP. Are You Kidding ME? hahahahaha He will discard her as fast as he can when he's done using her. Why can't people see him for the empty chair that he is?

No Obamanation in the White House, ever!!!

PUMA!
Just Say No Deal!

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JANE MIDDLESEX NJ — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:22:40 GMT

I DON'T BELIEVE HRC IS ON THE LIST AT ALL HIS EGO AND ARROGANCE WOULDN'T PERMITT IT. HE SAYS WHAT HE HAS TO TO GET MONEY AND VOTES. IF HILLARY IS VP OR NOT BILL WILL STILL BE A FORMER PRESIDENT. EVERY TIME OBAMA OPENS HIS MOUTH ANOTHER LIE COMES OUT. HE REALLY SHOWS HOW MUCH HE CARES FOR THE PEOPLE OF THIS COUNTRY BY IGNORING 18,000,000 SUPPORTERS. BILL COULD CARE LESS TO INTERFERE WITH OBAMA'S PRESIDENCY HE'S MAKING MILLIONS ON THE LECTURE CIRCLE AND HAS NO TIME TO WORRY ABOUT OBAMA.AMAZING IF BILL WAS SUCH A PROBLEM WHY IS HE INSISTING HE WANTS BOTH OF THEM CAMPAIGNING FOR HIM
DEMOCRATS FOR McCAIN 2008 HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON 2012

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Ira, Freehold, NJ — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:26:00 GMT

Wow. Goes to show that Hillary and her top supporters are backstabbers who should not be trusted. Obama reaches out to this woman and she betrays his trust by leaking to the media things he had told her during the private conversation he never should have wasted his time on the begin with.
Jamil, Dearborn, MI (Sent Saturday, July 12, 2008 2:10 PM)
...............................................
Did we read the same article?

Who did Hillary backstab?

Nope, I re-read the piece and my reading comprehension is intact.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

MSierra, SF — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:33:27 GMT

Sorry !
It's just not gonna work

Hillary should NOT be Obama's running mate
It's 'oil and water'

Let's move on....

Obama needs a fresh, honest and proressive running mate

John Edwards is my favorite
But, Joe Biden, Chris Dodd and Bill Richardson are also reasonable picks

Sibelius, Napolitano or McCaskill would also be good
(I think)
Wesley Clarke would be OK

Since a running mate serves as an heir apparent, younger is better than older
Someone who could lead our party in 8 years

PUH-LEEEZE !!
No Hillary Clinton,
NO, NO, NO Sam Nunn (war monger)
No Chuck Hagel (decent, but anti-choice)
Sec Defense ? Sec State ?
No Bloomberg (pro-war)

Let Hillary resume her career in the Senate
She can help Obama and Ted Kennedy craft health care legislation
Myabe she can carve out her own niche in the Seante on health care, women's issues, economics ??

As for Bill.... can you say Clinton fatigue ?

ENOUGH with the soap opera
FR's continual flogging of the Clinton - Obama thing sounds like high school gossip

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BJ, CA — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:33:45 GMT

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VwwMF6biCJU&feature=related

was this part of the Polls?

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Linda N Carolina — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:37:08 GMT

Obama Supporters: Go to Huffington Post and read the front page headline......See what Hillary supporters are up to ...they have alittle surprise for us in Denver.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Jon, Mpls,MN — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:38:05 GMT

Re: Ames
Hillary's supporters are not needed by Obama. He'll have enough votes without them. Those fat old poor white women can go pound salt.
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Luckily, you are in the minority of Obama supporters who think in such primitive and narrow minded terms, because he does need a lot of her voters to win. If everyone thought the way you did, Senator Obama would be in even more trouble because he would have far less support from Hilary voters.

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The Chief, VA Beach, VA — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:39:19 GMT

Oh and Obama doesn't need Hillary's supporters? Hmmm let me see, 17% voting for McCain, 31% staying home. By my count that is roughly half the Democratic party. Wonder how much chance Obama has of winning with half his party voting for his opponent or staying home! :-) Dream on folks, the shine is off the apple. Start investing in your tissues, your going to need them.

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kathy — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:45:55 GMT

I could almost accept Hillary but Bill is another story, he clearly will not be controlable. It's really too bad because, although I have always been an Obama supporter, I think they would make a good team.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Mariann Pepitone, Chicago, IL — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:47:42 GMT

I believe as a former president Bill Clinton should not be campaigning and Hillary should not have endorsed Obama but just supported him. However, Obama takes a chance on her voters not voting for him if she is not on the ticket. I don't believe Bill Clinton would interfere if Obama becomes president. He may do speeches if asked but not pertaining to Obama. Just politics. Sometimes you have to take chances to get what you want and Obama wants that presidency. I would like to see an Obama/Clinton ticket because Hillary is well schooled in politics and foreign policy and could be a great help to him. Instead of Obama getting people to search for a VP Hillary is right there. Let's hope it happens. If it does they would be the best team in a long time and I think they could work together and she could be a bit help to him. I would rather think positive than negative.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Tennessee Girl — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:50:25 GMT

I am incensed that a Hillary supporter would reveal details of a personal phone call with Obama!!! Why should he ever trust any of them again? It's bad enough that on Hardball they kept showing the "gaffe" of Obama forgetting to beg for money to pay Hillary's debts. It stinks that Hillary's people believe it is his job to fix their mistakes while trying to win the Presidency in the fall. Or are they still praying for assasination?

Get real - this election was Hillary's to lose, and she lost it, end of story. There is no reason on God's Earth for Obama to have to be Hillary's "boy" anymore. It's demeaning to him and no other winner in the history of American politics has had to kowtow to the loser this way. Dump the backbiters and shun them at the Convention - no amount of money is worth all this!

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Mariann Pepitone, Chicago, IL — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:51:52 GMT

If I was Obama I would go ahead of schedule and choose her as a running mate now and not wait. I think he would have a lot of donations coming in especially from Hillary's fundraisers. They are holding back because they stated they want to she what he does for her. And he would get the majority of her supporters. Bill Clinton would not interfere with Obama. He would not want to ruin it for Hillary, in fact, he would be all for it himself.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Linda n Carolina — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:53:02 GMT

Go to Huffington Post and see what the Hillary supporters are up to now.....Unbelievable

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Cherie Kansas City MO — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:53:37 GMT

I really don't understand why rhw Hillary supporters are in denial. Why are they blaming Obama. He did everything possible not to throw stones while she threw the kitchen sink. Don't they know we have to win? It's about womens righ5s, the war, healthcare, the economy, ete, etc. The good news is Obama is now ahead in Missouri!! Even my brother who is a moderate Republican sees the need for change!

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Paul — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 19:55:49 GMT

Meet vp prospect Tim Lame. Tim needs to stay gov. of Vir. Obama needs Wesley Clark, or after looking at Obamas Energy Plan. Maybe Obama needs T Boon Pickens. If you want to have a say on who the vp is you can sign VP petitions at http://www.VeepPeek.com
if you want to learn more about Obama's energy plan or McCains or T. Boone Pickens you can go to http://www.tboonpickens.com So thats why I think Obama needs Wes Clark or T. Boon Pickens as his VP> Obamas energy plan is kind of lame.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Felix, CO — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 20:00:13 GMT

Agree with Jamil. The Clintons have always been for the Clintons, period, and will attack anyone who gets in their way on either side of the aisle without mercy and regardless of the good of the country.

Hillary supporters need to face the fact that Bill makes it impossible for anyone, ever to choose her as VP. Anyone who would take the risk of having Bill as their VP's spouse would not be a wise choice for President.

For all the good Bill did her in this race, she would have been better off getting an amicable divorce a few years after getting her Senate seat. They could have just chalked it up to their careers taking them in different directions yadyadayda. Divorce is no longer an impediment to the Presidency and she would have been an unencumbered free agent while running for president or being considered as VP.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Cheyenne Asanti — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 20:00:49 GMT

There is no way Senator Clinton could become the VP candidate. I believe former President Clinton has created too much "negative baggage" for her to be an asset to the Obama campaign. I suspect Mr. & Mrs. Clinton realize this but their supporters hasn't.
That is truly unfortunate, the behavior of some of her supporters leave a lot to be desired. That percentage that loudly stated they would vote Republican before voting for Senator Obama were never Democrats in the first place. Like traitorous Senator Joe Lieberman, get out of our party, we don't want you.

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Desiree, New York — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 20:09:14 GMT

Sen Obama doesn't want Sen Hillary Clinton as a running mate, he just wants her donors to write him a big check. He fears being over shadow by Bill Clinton, the last 2 term elected democratic President in a very long time.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Mark, Dallas, Texas — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 20:12:45 GMT

I want to on behalf of the millions of Democrats and independents who want the Democrat’s and their pro-worker, pro-middle-class policies to win in November 2008 to move this country to the greatness it deserves by naming Governor Kathleen Sebelius of Kansas as the Democratic VP running mate. First and most importantly, naming Governor Sebelius a very qualified woman to the ticket will help with bring the women who supported Hillary Clinton strongly back to the Democratic ticket. I’ve read many bloggers say that women will not support any woman for VP that’s name Clinton. This is absolutely ridiculous. Even Senator Clinton would have to cheer naming Gov. Sebelius to the ticket if she is not selected. Many women who are holding back support for Mr. Obama would quickly move to support Obama and solidify his lead with women. Women recognize that they were so close to breaking the glass ceiling with Mrs. Clinton historic and very strong run. With that in mind, Governor Sebelius will be able to make that dream a reality. Second, and just as important, women made up 54% of the electorate. It’s highly unlike that Senator Obama will be able to beat or match Senator McCain with white men. Granted, younger white males will probably be more competitive if not strong for Senator Obama. White men on the other hand will not be a constituent that Senator Obama, an African-American, can expect to win unless there is some dramatic disaster for McCain. Thus, white women, the strongest Democratic base would only be solidified and enhanced with Gov. Sebelius on the ticket. Women are more likely than men to vote anyway. Many women will register to vote in historic numbers to support the ticket and a chance to break one more glass ceiling. Women deserve at least the VP spot on the Democratic ticket with Senator Clinton’s strong run and to reward for their loyalty to the Democratic Party for these many years. Think of the fundraising potential as well. Not all women contributed to Senator Clinton because some women didn’t like her especially independent and Republican women. Governor Sebelius will be able to help with fundraising with women were Senator Clinton was limited. Even moderate and liberal Republican women will secretly cast a vote for an Obama-Sebelius ticket. Even Republican women realize that a McCain win means that Roe vs. Wade will be overturned since the next president will probably nominate at least one Supreme Court Justice. Third, Governor Sebelius represents change from Washington just as Senator Obama has been preaching. Disregard those who say Senator Obama needs to choose a candidate with foreign policy credentials. Well, he can shore up his national security and foreign policy credentials with his choosen Secretary of State, Secretary of Defense, and National Security Adviser. Besides, Governor Sebelius has a history of working with Republicans in Kansas. She also has demonstrated herself to be politically astute by winning in a very red state. At minimum, she knows how to take advantage of the Republican intra-party political divide that is also plaguing Senator McCain as he fights to turn out the skeptical Evangelical base. Plus, if Senator Clinton plays the attack dog role as Veep, she would only drive up her negatives because her attacks on McCain will only be dismissed as typical Clinton win-by-any means attack. Governor Sebelius would bring credible attacks on McCain as advocate of the status quo and a third Bush term.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

rory gibbons modesto ca. — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 20:14:36 GMT

the clintons are not "change." they are part of the problem......wake up obama.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Debbie, Columbia, SC — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 20:26:31 GMT

IF OBAMA SELECTS HILLARY (AND BILL) TO BE VICE PRESIDENT, I WILL NOT VOTE FOR HIM. I WOULD HOPE HE HAS MORE SENSE THAN TO GIVE HER THE POSITION. I'D RATHER SEE RICHARDSON IN THERE. ANYONE BUT HILLARY.

NO CLINTON ON THE OBAMA TICKET!!

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

matt — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 20:32:49 GMT

Obama is thinking of reconsidering due to necessity. The Clinton backers arew becoming a serious problem that, if left unchecked, could lead to a diluted campaign that runs with half of the party. It's getting scary. Thus, Hillary's name is being peddled out again.

http://www.political-buzz.com/

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Steve — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 20:38:33 GMT

If you want to fix the economy, unquestionably Clinton is the answer. If Obama cannot work or delegate responsibilities to or with a former President, than he should not be
President.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

mpdamon, Plymouth, MA — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 20:45:28 GMT

So, . . nominate Hillary as VP and make Bill ambassador to some far-away country with the stipulation that he stay there for 4 years.
This is about the only way for Obama to get out of his dilemma . . . which is that Hillary's supporters won't vote for him.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

A Charles, LA, CA — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 20:52:28 GMT

Jamil, I get the feeling this was leaked on purpose to let some other Hillary supporters know. But it's really sad how short sighted some are being. Obama needs to raise a lot of money & the DNC has been useless compared to RNC. Obama supporters have slowed donations because of the media not explaining that their donations to Obama cannot go to Clinton.

Clinton knew she lost but kept going. Why should anyone else be responsible for that debt? That should be between Obama & Clinton, not her supporters. And frankly her supporters who have so much to say, should realize that if they help Obama, his supporters will be more inclined to help her.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Jerry, Jackson Tennessee — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 21:00:46 GMT

Obama needs those Hillary votes. I can tell you right now that almost everyone I speak to is for McCain. I said the only way I will vote for Obama is if Hillary is his VP. He has no experience whatsoever and would probably hurt us as bad as Bush. He needs to quit worrying about Bill Clinton being a "problem" as he could use the experience in a vice president to his advantage.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Beverly in Chicago — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 21:06:32 GMT

When said Iscol …"We need to pick the most qualified, wisest, smartest, experienced person to serve our country alongside of Barack Obama. And I think it's Hillary Clinton. We need her, and the party needs her, and it will be a ticket that will steamroll its way to the White House."
Hold on Jean being vetted for all those qualifications should negate Hillary because…
Smart, wise, experienced women can budget a checkbook and don’t deliberately lie about experiences in Bosnia and Ireland. Who can trust her word? I can’t.

Smart, wise, experienced women would not use her 18 million+ votes as hostage

Smart, wise, experienced women would release her delegates and not secretly whisper in delegates to reverse their judgment.

Smart, wise, experienced women would not want to negotiate a roll call vote in Denver.

Smart, wise, experienced women would work very hard to influence PUMA to stop…
Telling lies about Obama being a secret Muslim/(terrorist), unqualified, who never has done anything.
Stop PUMA from writing her name on the ballot
Stop PUMA from advocating a McCain/Clinton ticket.
Once voters start seeing these actions the unity and smart, wise, experienced women will be believable.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Beverly in Chicago — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 21:09:11 GMT

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

GG, oakland,ca — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 21:09:35 GMT

It seems that Obama's supporters are every bit as arrogaant as their "fearful leader." Toss Hillarysupporters are a bus? Are these folks idiots? First, Obama needs their money. Having forgone the gov't funds and with his own base slowing down in the contribution dept [esp. as he shown himself to nothing new, just another pol who will say anything to get elected], he desperately needs her fatcats & the smaller donor base too in order to meet his heft $ goals. Next, to say we don't need 18 million women's votes is stupid pure & simple. Statistically women mae up the core of the voter base year after year. Sure you can piss them off & throw them away...some will come along anyway but some will sit home & some will vote for McCain even if they have to hold their nose to do it. In a tight election, that could just tip the balance to McCain. I-D-I-O-T-S...that's how you spell Obama supporters!
As for Bill, he is indeed a problem but far less so than some of the wacky leaders Obama will have to go mano a mano with if he becomes President. If he wants Hillary [a big IF], he simply has to "grow a set," sit down w/Bill & remind him just how "difficult" he could make his life if he were to misbehave. Period. Case closed. That is something Hillary couldn't do since she [nominally] sleeps w/the guy & he's the father of her child. Obama has no such limits.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

sheribaby, St. Louis, MO. — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 21:11:43 GMT

Right, Jamil, Dearborn, MI, I can only imagine the maelstrom that's going to hit the fans once Bill becomes aware of what were supposed to be private talks. Of course, HRC probably tells Bill in private anyhoo. But the media will make it almost impossible now for him to campaign wholeheartedly for BO, if he were ever going to before...(they'll keep raising the issue of how he could, knowing how Barack feels about him, etc., etc., etc., and it will all be overblown - no president, as sitting pres wants another guy, former pres, to make policy, even if he respects the former pres' administration, or else what's the point? in name only?).

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Coleen, Seattle, Washington — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 21:29:52 GMT

I'm thinking that this is a tactical move by Obama. Let it be known that having one president is all we need and that you cannot get around Bill being a president. Although he could never pass through the vetting process because we know his income is from people that an Obama administration would not want to be associated with. The people will realize the folly of having Hillary as VP as long as Bill is in the picture and will understand why its not going to happen. I for one am glad she will not be the VP. I like her personally but she did women a great disservice by not dropping out when she ran out of money. Begging now for Obama to bail her out is telling women "reach as high as you want but when you fail, ask a man to bail you out." Not the kind of message I want my daughters to get. I also live within my means.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

no thanks, hillary — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 21:35:13 GMT

How nice of her to betray his confidence by blabbing to the press.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Mark Hudson — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 21:38:00 GMT

Hillary supporters get the message; Obama will NOT choose her for VP. This decision will contribute to Obama's loss against McCain. Way to go Obama!
McCain 08; Hillary 2012!!

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Mike, Charlottesville,VA — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 21:44:15 GMT

Why are Obama supporters such bitter winners? Obama reached out to this woman because he wants her support and the money she will raise for him. The notion that Obama does not need Hillary and her supporters is just silly. Given the political winds blowing against the Republicans the fact that Obama is in a dead heat with a horrible candidate like McCain should have all Dems seriously scared. Why are we attacking each other??? Are we all going to do our best to alienate each other and snatch defeat from the jaws of victory??

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

ROCCO L.A. CALIFORNIA — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 21:57:59 GMT

WITHOUT HILLARY OBAMA LOSSES. IM A HILLARY SUPPORTER AND I DON'T WANT HER TO ACCEPT THE VP SLOT. SHE SHOULD BE PRESIDENT. NO O8' WAIT TILL 2012 HILLARY!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Heaven help our country! — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 22:09:22 GMT

This Republican hopes Obama picks Hillary. That would be a great thing for McCain. And, even if McCain didn't win, the Obama/Hillary fatigue would be so pronounced in four years that maybe we'd get a decent Republican in then.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Muriel Menhart, Fairfield, CT — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 22:13:16 GMT

THE PROBLEM WITH HILARY IS NOT BILL. THE PROBLEM WITH HILARY IS HILARY. SHE DEMONSTRATED THROUGHOUT THE CAMPAIGN THAT SHE IS (1) EGO-MANIACAL AND (2) MENTALLY DISTURBED. SHE OBVIOUSLY BELIEVED HER OWN SICK LIES -- E.G., SNIPER FIRE AND OTHERS. SHE OBVIOUSLY PERSISTED IN A LOSING CAMPAIGN IN THE HOPE THAT OBAMA WOULD BE KNOCKED OFF LIKE KENNEDY.

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Jano,Clearwater,Fl — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 22:16:16 GMT

Ames Johnston, those fat old poor white women??? You ar suffering under a huge delusion. But your remarks just points out the ignorance & class of people that are O'Bama supporters! I hate to shake up you illusion, but their is a huge movement made up of hundreds of groups that are working to defeat this unvetted & inexperience candidate named Barack O'Bama. They are organized, have radio spots & planning other events as well. None will vote for O'Bama. Some do not even want her to be on his ticket as their plan is to elect McCain so she can run again in 4 years. Most are very angry with the DNC.

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Ogre Mage, Olympia, WA — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 22:17:32 GMT

It appears there are more (probably right-wing) trolls in this thread trying to stir up animosity between Clinton and Obama.

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BSM...MA — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 22:55:22 GMT

If the Obama people don't want Hillary because of Bill, it seems to me the Obama people could be suspect for bias and for forgetting about equal rights. I thought we were voting as a nation for good government.
This country is in for a tough ride, the 1st Bush administration put us is in the RED, the Clinton administation got this nation out of out of debt and back on track. Then the 2nd Bush adminisrtation put us back in debt and they have become suspect for breaking major laws. The stock market keeps falling, we as a nation might be facing another depression.
Obama is still a senator, if he loses in November he returns to the senate, as will Hillary. And what a tremedous loss to the nation because the Obama people didn't seem to like the fact that Bill Clinton is a former president. If that is the thinking of democratic party we had one to many Kennedy's running for the presidental office. One to many Presidents by the name of Bush, one to many Roosevelt's, etc., etc.

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BSM...MA — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 22:55:25 GMT

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Grace — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 22:56:27 GMT

It's an extremely fair point, about Bill always being a president. He's proven himself to be capable of going drastically off-message, of engaging in some pretty petty politics... For Hillary to be VP means constantly having Bill dragging things off course.

It's a shame, but it's a reality that's already been proven in the primary season. If Hillary had been President, then hopefully she'd've been able to muzzle the ex-P because he'd feel like he was working part of the team. But with Obama as the nominee, Bill just doesn't have the loyalty to him to mind himself. He'll be trouble, and it's a mess.

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Matt, Scranton PA — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:00:27 GMT

Hillary would be the best VP, it's crazy the comments you get on this board. I challenge any of the above people to name another Democrat who received 18 MILLION votes in a primary. You can't. Obama can not claim he won by a huge margin nor can he say he went out in a bang. The final biggest primaries went for Hillary big time. Bill Clinton is not relevant. He has his own work and Hillary is her own person, she has proved that time and time again.

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Smick — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:02:29 GMT

I sincerely hope Obama doesn't pick that viper!

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James D — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:14:14 GMT

I agree, Tony Snow should have more time in the limelight than other items MSN is going after. Maybe not as much as Tim, but far more than Hillary at ths point.

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Dave Bomstein, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:28:39 GMT

Based on every single poll, for months now, Barack Obama will win all the states John Kerry won, along with three others he lost ----- Iowa, Colorado and New Mexico. This will bring his electoral vote count to at least 273, without Ohio and Florida. It would not hurt to have Hillary Clinton on the ticket, as she would improve his propects in Ohio. John McCain will not be the next president without winning Ohio ----- Barack Obama needs to think about this fact !

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E.W. Washington, Columbia, SC — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:31:25 GMT

It appears that former President Bill Clinton is staying out of the limelight to show that he won't be a problem, and to keep the news media from embellishing or exaggerating whatever he says.

To Jamal from Dearborn, MI: How do we know that Senator Obama or his supporters didn't leak what was said between him and senator Clinton to the news media?

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Don, SF — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:36:38 GMT

To you Obama supporters who think you don't need Clinton supporters, just wait until he picks someone else as VP and watch the support level bleed. Remember, it doesn't matter how much he wins in the popular vote, McCain will win the electoral one.

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Carol, Atlanta, GA — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:38:12 GMT

Obama reaches out only because Ms. Iscol is a Hillary donor. He wants the cash! There is nothing genuine about this man. I wouldn't give him one red cent nor the time of day. I hope he offers Hillary the VP slot so she can turn it down. I wouldn't vote for him under any circumstance.

PUMA!!

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Shirley In CA — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:46:14 GMT

Please keep your money and your threats. This is demeaning to Senator Obama and his supporters that you have choosen this route. If Obama were a white democratic nominee, you would never do such a thing. Hillary will not be vp. You women alone can never get her elected for any office. If you dismantle our democratic party, Hillary's political career will be over. Know that.

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Kentucky Betty — Sat, 12 Jul 2008 23:55:29 GMT

I am an Obamacan who will bolt if he chooses a Clinton as his running mate. Period.

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csh, IL — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:05:07 GMT

No Hillary as VP = No Vote for Obama.

Simple as that.

18 MILLION!

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JW, Minn, MN — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:13:52 GMT

So, Ames Johnston, fat, white women you say? Letting your racist side out are you? So I guess it's not just one sided after all! I guess it's not just Obama who has the Wright stuff!

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JW, Minn, MN — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:15:47 GMT

Jamil, Obama reached out to this woman for money...plain and simple...just like a typical politician would! No other reason!

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Spicegirl MD — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:22:34 GMT

The culture of the Hillary camp has always been appalling. Why leak a private conversation to the press? Surely this will only stir up more mischief and disunity. Whilst we are on this subject there is a gang of Hillary supporters calling Obama an empty suit and sprouting a lot of bile. They, and I suspect are a paltry few, should realize the primary is over and we are now campaigning in the general. They plan to create havoc at the convention, they plan to support McCain and oh yes, they plan to let Obama’s supporters pay off Hillary’s debt. Keep this up and there will not be a red cent given in that direction! I firmly believe they were influential in encouraging the Clintons to stay in the race, and for what purpose? This racial gang sport big mouths and empty pockets. Show me the money! In fact put your money where your mouths lie and pay off her debt. I have always maintained that the combination of Obama/Clinton would be dysfunctional. Let her have a post advocating women’s rights an d health care and pick a well rounded man with sound knowledge of the economy and some military experience.

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Elizabeth — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:22:46 GMT

It's been the 300 pound gorilla in the room all along. And it isn't just WJC's presence in the center of power, his semi-official status if he gets in trouble again (read Vanity Fair article), and his not always tactful comments (esp about Obama) -- it's also the many questions about his financial dealings since leaving the presidency. I don't see how it could even be considered workable, and hope that at some point HRC is the one to recognize that and, like Jim Webb, say she is not in competition for it. Bill is the one who wants her to be VP so badly. I don't think she need to be 'second fiddle' in the White House again, frankly. Let her have something that, for once, is all her own! (Cabinet. Sup Ct., Senate leadership, whatever.) I'm glad Obama was honest with this woman, even if she decided not to honor his confidence.

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bg las vegas, nv. — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:24:57 GMT

to ames in battle creek, you and i both know obama cannot win without all of those old women who should go pound salt, hope there is some salt left to put in wounds when obama loses to mccain, he may be your knight in shining armour but that is not the case with everyone he is losing more popularity everyday, and thtas the way it is.

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bg las vegas, nv. — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:24:58 GMT

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Yevgeni, Pleasanton, CA — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:29:05 GMT

I hope Sen. Obama takes the advice of those who say he doesn't need Hillary's supporters. That leaves him with perhaps 20% of the electorate -- a massive win for McCain.

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BB Long Island New York — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:30:04 GMT

How strange. Women who have a temper tantrum and cry chauvinism when they dont get their way. Where have we seen this befoe? God when havent we in the past 20 years.

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Anna, Roy, UT — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 00:42:39 GMT

I think Obama and Clinton would be an invincible political team. It's sad that Americans cannot see beyond the media crap and recognize how desperately we need change in this country. Who better to do it than the aforementioned team? Hillary Clinton is her own person and we would be fortunate to have two such people in our White House. Maybe our country to get back to "for the people by the people."

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Mike, Titusville, FL — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 01:02:22 GMT

Dear Foxreader,

Snow was given an article...and a thoughtful one at that. I don't believe that Snow had near the lasting impact on jounalistic efforts as Russert, which may be a reason NBC didn't dedicate an entire cycle or two on Snow's behalf. While Snow's death is extremely sad and tragic, Russert's stature made his sudden and partiularly unexpected death all the more "newsworthy."

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Valli G — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 01:16:39 GMT

We all very disappointed in President Clinton's attitude to this entire campaign he seemed to have forgotten that blacks supported him wholeheartedly on both occaions and he showed some prejudices that have really vhanged the way may people not only blacks feel about him and his now tarnished legacy

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michele mueller cincinnati,ohio — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 01:16:55 GMT

Ames Johnston, from Battle Creek, hell'o, I'm one of those fat old ladies...and I refuse to pound salt for you or anyone else! Face it, 10% of the nation's voters will decide this election, the undecided and the floaters...your comments show old ladies like me, how important it will be, for people like us, to help make this very important decision....and since when do we allow "children" to run our country!? Oh and by the way, in every election, people over 60 yrs. of age, account for the majority of the vote in every elections. And women make up 60-62% of the vote in our party....so, if you're interested, I have some salt that needs pounded!

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Michael Sheridan, Sacramento, CA — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 01:18:19 GMT

I see that the Republican trolls posing as Dems are still out in force. Just once, I wish they'd stop and ask themselves why they support a candidate who can't win fair and square.

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Chris, MD — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 01:23:57 GMT

If the story is true, you have to agree with Barack's reasoning. Hillary MIGHT be a decent choice, but to have Bill along would be a major problem, similar to having a deranged uncle in the basement. The man can't keep his mouth zippered (or his pants, for that matter). Would she divorce him for a spot on the ticket?? Now that would be a smart move!

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cb, br, la — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 01:44:21 GMT

People please. This election has brought out more ignorance than the world could handle let alone one person. I believe that both OBAMA and HILLARY has a great positive passion for our country and that is what we should be looking at. At the time to decide between the two they both had their politics, its just OBAMA was careful with his and HILLARY was more direct. It was a competition! People do it everyday all day and BUSH while in office is still doing it with CONGRESS. Stick to the facts about these candidates and where they could actually bring our country. Being threatened by BILL is idiocy. Any president at some point has to confer with the previous but I believe that OBAMA and HILLARY can handle that. After all while BILL was in office it was an ongoing joke that HILLARY was actually running our country anyway.

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A NEW AMERICA — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 01:59:14 GMT

Why isn't anyone remembering that some of the Hillary voters were republicans? The republicans had their presidential nominee early, thus the rest of the repubs could vote for Hillary, she is who the repubs want to run against. If the 18 million votes were really ALL democrats, then why aren't they helping her with her debt? Because they were NOT all democrats thats why. The republicans have real close tabs on the Clintons since they left the White House. They have a huge file on EVERYTHING that they have done over the last 7 years, including all of Bills girlfriends. And monies that are NOT shown in their taxes, monies that are hidden off shore. As soon as Senator Obama were to announce Clinton as his VP the republicans will bring up the campaign fraud case against the Clintons. The republicans will say this is what Senator Obama wants in the White House, someone whose husband makes lots of money off of NAFTA? A VP who has committed fraud, campaign funding fraud????? All of you who really are Democrats think about this, think long and hard!!!!

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roger, Wellesley, MA — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 02:13:15 GMT

If Hillary is not on the ticket, McCain is the best choice for 2008. Hillary for VP.

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Richard — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 02:18:13 GMT

You've gotta love this blogging, as in you never know
whose really responding and whose axe their grinding.
Some of you appear to be Obama supporters, like myself, but are undercutting his campaign by dissing
Hillary and her former supporters. McCain must love
reading some of these.

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Nicole, SC — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 02:32:49 GMT

Obama supporters still don't get it do you. You insult Hillary supporters and then expect us to vote for Obama. You say you don't need us, but you do. Obama does need Hillary's 18 million supporters. Supporters like me, an college educated black woman. One of the reasons why Sen. Obama never got my support, besides his lack of experience is his arrogance. Hillary Clinton was and still is the best qualified to POTUS, but the leaders of the Dems and the media drank the Obama "fool-aide". I find it odd how people expect for a man who has been vilified as a racist by the very people who he has genuinely tried to help want him now to enthusiaticly support the leader of the attacks. Yes, it was Obama whon played the race card. Obama trashed Bill's record and now he wants to play nice. He is like every other politician playing the game although he keeps saying he's different. I will not vote for him. I will either vote for McCain or write in Hillary's name on the ballot. Trust-there are a large number of PUMAS out here. Party Unity My A--

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Frank Inman — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 02:50:33 GMT

Obama's already losing a lot of support on the FISA issue and on the ridiculous Clinton loan bailout (Is McCain bailing out Romney?). If he invites the Clintons to share the Oval office, that should just about do it. I know I'm out at that point. If he thinks he's going to pick up enough votes from 'happy' Clintonites to counter those that he loses when and if he caves then he's delusional. It's funny (this is my observation) - when he was trying to win the nomination he was B A R A C K O B A M A ! ! !, now that he thinks the election is his he's just another candidate. That's not what most of us signed up for. Good luck with your Clinton women - I hope they come through for you. PS - get a good food taster and always insist that your vp accompany you on all flights. (I know... , but you get my point.)

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Fat Old Poor White Woman in Michigan — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 02:56:00 GMT

I just hope that Ames Johnston from Battle Creek Michigan doesn't ever need one of those "fat old poor white women" to take care of any of his/her needs because there are quite a few of us out there.
And, just for clarification, your comment is extremely RACIST!

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tiredofignorance — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 03:07:03 GMT

Just say NO to Hillary (and Bill). It's time for a change not time for another Clinton. They have so much baggage and pose so many problems. They are so arrogant and they were so mean to Obama in the primary. NO HILLARY. Anyone but Hillary. Just say NO to Hillary. She doesn't even deserve to have her debt repaid. It's definitely time for them to go away.
Obama/anyone but Hillary '08

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Lyn, KCMO — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 03:42:12 GMT

Ya know, you say all comments will be posted... And then you take the weekend off...

Why not set up a 'live' blog on your site, so we can communicate with each other, without your censorship?

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Linda Porter, Atlanta, GA — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 03:49:55 GMT

I can't stand these bitter old biddies; most of them are Republicans anyway. I would advise Obama not to waste his time on them. And Hillary has not been vetted recently. What about the Civil Suit in CA (Paul vs. Clinton) where the Clintons are accused of Campaign Finance Fraud from her 2000 race for the U.S. Senate? Is Obama expected to pretend that the judge (who is a Clinton appointee) postponed the trial until after the election? Is Obama supposed to pretend that it does not exist?
Hillary has sent her mudslinging women after Obama and I think he should tell them to take a hike.

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MI voter — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 04:20:33 GMT

It makes me ill that senator Clinton even campaigns for Obama.She has no reason to hold his hand and demand that her voters vote for him.As far as vp---I hope he does not offer and if he does she does not accept.She should remain a senator and help her country.Already she has done so by voting against the wretched FISA bill.Yes Bill should get out and campaign for the guy that turned him into a worthless president and a family of racists.Would you do it?Only if you were a masochist.

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TAMMY. SANTA ROSA, CA — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 04:44:49 GMT

BE AWARE DEMOCRATIC PARTY! THERE ARE MANY, MANY OF US LONG TIME DEMOCRATS AND HILLARY SUPPORTERS WHO ARE STILL NOT HAPPY WITH OBAMA. HE DOES NEED US, AND HE BETTER START DOING A BETTER JOB OF EARNING OUR VOTE!

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BETTY WARZINIACK DALTON,GA — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 05:33:16 GMT

I THINK SHE WOULD MAKE A GOOD RUNNING MATE FOR OBAMA BECAUSE SHE HAS THE BACKGROUND FOR THE JOB.bILL JUST NEEDS TO GET ON THERE AND WORK FOR THE dEMOCRATES AND HILLARY TO .HEY WE NEED THE DEMOCRATES BACK IN THE WHITE HOUSE,NOT McCAIN HE IS TO OLD,

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Maribel, Shadow Hills, CA — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 05:46:38 GMT

As a Hillary supporter, the problem with backing Obama was the lack of respect for Hillary that Obama supporter's continued to show. Now, after Obama's FISA vote, I will no vote for him even if he was the last democrat standing.

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Ian — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 06:15:46 GMT

Obama is correct. Bill Clinton's petulent brat demeanor is a problem. If he really gave two sh*ts about Hillary's career he'd be kissing Barack's ass. Hope Obama has figured out that he can trust that anything he says to a Clintonista is, defacto, public information.

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LuLu — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 06:35:57 GMT

"Those fat old poor white women can go pound salt"
Really? Thats what you offer for political insight. Really?
Sounds like you, Ames Johnston , are pretty comfortable in your goals for EVERY One Else. Not sure that is what Mr. Obama stands for! I dont think he needs YOUR help.
Rethink your support stradegy. You might have a few issues to work through yourself.

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Patrick Blasengame, Covington, Tennessee — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 06:43:43 GMT

Well, I personally feel that Hillary Clinton would be a tremendous asset to the Obama campaign. Whether you like her or not, everyone who is in support of the Democratic party must know that he NEEDS to have Hillary, or at least someone like her, in order to get the presidency. He has the overwhelming support of African-Americans and young voters, but thats about it. He needs someone who can help him gain the blue collar, middle-class, white voters, male and female.

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kat Inyourhat DT, MI — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 07:08:22 GMT

Obama only told that person that because he wants to try to get more support and money. So, for Obama, it's double the fun to also make a cut at Bill Clinton, so that his own supporters think he is an obstacle, which is BS.

Many MANY people do NOT want Hillary as VP. Afterall, that still makes Oblahma the president, and we do not want him as president of the USA! At ALL!

Just Say No Deal
Puma Pac
The Denver Group

PUMA!!

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Suzanne, Texas — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 07:32:33 GMT

I sure hope Senator Clinton doesn't hitch her shining star to the wagon that is definitely on the pathway to Loserville, USA. Hopefully she rejects any offers the way Edwards, Strickland, Webb, Rendell and Wagner already have. All of his picks for VP are running in fear. Pretty soon, all that will be left is that mega-loser in New Mexico - Gov. Richardson. What an uninspiring dud!

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Dustin D, Salt Lake City, Utah — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 07:46:54 GMT

I would like to quote some comments by Obama supporters...

"Hillary's supporters are not needed by Obama. He'll have enough votes without them. Those fat old poor white women can go pound salt.
Ames Johnston, Battle Creek MI (Sent Saturday, July 12, 2008 1:51 PM)"

"Wow. Goes to show that Hillary and her top supporters are backstabbers who should not be trusted. Obama reaches out to this woman and she betrays his trust by leaking to the media things he had told her during the private conversation he never should have wasted his time on the begin with.
Jamil, Dearborn, MI (Sent Saturday, July 12, 2008 2:10 PM)"

These kind of words and actions are exactly why Hillary supporters do not sit well with Obama as the presumptive nominee. We want unity, we want one democratic party, however Obama supporters are usually vapid angsty teenagers who quickly attack and dismiss people with another point of view.

As with his supporters, Barack Obama is equally chauvinist in the way that he treats Hillary supporters, as he is well known to tell people not to be on the fence, and choose one side or another. Adding insult to injury, Obama acts as if Hillary Dems should simply roll over to his campaign through unearned trust.

It's as simple as this Mr. Obama, muzzle your supporters and stop fueling the fires of separationism within your own party. If you think you can grab the White House without the support of Hillary Dems, I say go ahead....you'll have handed the most important election in recent history to another war-mongering P.N.A.C. architect.

(For those of you out there who do not know what the P.N.A.C. is, it is a neo-conservative think tank with highly developed plans for a one-world government attained through means of war. For more information about the PNAC, I do suggest checking out the archived [however still accurate] version at http://web.archive.org/web/20070821161035/http://www.newamericancentury.org/index.html ).

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Spencer, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 08:41:46 GMT

Again, you wonder why Hillary supporters (like me) are nothing just leaping on the Obama boat... "Hillary and her top supporters are backstabbers who should not be trusted" "Hillary's supporters are not needed by Obama. He'll have enough votes without them. Those fat old poor white women can go pound salt."

And this seems to be a universal quality. I'm trying to get myself to that place, were we can all be friends - unfortunately Obama supporters are so hostile. No wonder many Hillary Supporters are being turned off of the entire process.

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Suzanne, Texas — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 08:42:53 GMT

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Charles, Oxnard, CA — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 08:56:09 GMT

Jill Iscol is trying to create more complication...I don't think the Obamas can live peacefully with the Clintons in the Whitehouse. This is really difficult..I'm a strong Obama supporter, despite Sen. Clinton went negative against Sen Obama during the primaries, I don't mind her becoming his VP. My concern is Bill Clinton.

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eNews Reference — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 10:56:10 GMT

Hillary presents an obstacle as well. The truth is she is very fluent on policy issues. It is hard to not imagine her overshadowing Obama when the camera follow her during an Obama administration... http://www.enewsreference.com

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William, Dallas, Texas — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 11:16:49 GMT

I hope he picks Hillary. All the Obama supporters will crap in their drawers if he does, and that is something I would love to see.

Bottom line is that she is the best candidate for VP. Too bad the Obamabots are unable to see that.

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Heidi, Chattanooga,Tennessee — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 12:10:59 GMT

Obama won't get my vote unless Sen.Clinton is on his ticket! By the way Ames,I'm 35 and a black woman so don't assume we all are old,fat and white!!

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Ann, Phila, Pa — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 12:26:39 GMT

The Hill Raisers are going to try to disrupt the convention, which doesn’t surprise me. Hillary hasn’t released her delegates. The Clinton’s won’t stop until they are back in the white house or completely divide the party beyond repair. She didn’t earn the name divisive for nothing! If she succeeds in stealing the nomination away from Senator Obama at the convention; I’ll have to start watching Fox and her buddies there, along with all the right wing nuts that are pretending to support her now, do a C change and start bashing her again. I guess McCain will have to take back his compliments too? If this happens, Senator Obama should not accept a VP spot to help her win. Maybe the Pourta Rican voters can put her over the top. Oh, I forgot, they can't vote in the general election! He should show the Clintons as much respect as they are showing him now – NONE!

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Nick Nero — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 12:56:32 GMT

As a Canadian I find several comments regarding Hillary as being nothing but idiotic on the part of the ones who write them. America better realize that without Hillary and Bill it will be another Republican Presidency.
For those who feel that with Hillary as VP, Bill would have a hold on the White House once again is very foolish. Having Bill in the White House once again would add credibility the the American Government. When Bill was President he had the respect of World Leaders and am sure it will continue. Obama better realize that he is no where near the man that Bill Clinton is. He needs the Clintons, the Clintons do not need Obama and the likes of Richardson.
Good Luck America and hope the right man is elected President so that America will continue to be the great nation it always has been. I have always looked up to America and will continue to do so.
As for news media such as CNN News, I find it very entertaining and compare it to a comedy show. I wish the primaries were still on because I miss John King and his magical map. This in itself was worth watching.
God Bless America and Stand United Forever.
N. Nero
Canada

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Bradd Sweatt, Louisville, KY — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 13:00:55 GMT

All of you Hillary haters out there...selecting anyone but Hillary would be a slap. And although I am a staunch Democrat, I am disappointed by this campaign. Although I'm not particularly fond of Obama, I detest his supporters even more! They are rude, divisive punks who don't realize or appreciate the benefits that previous generations have provided them. It's about hard work, not fluff.

Having Hillary on the ticket is the only way I would support Obama.

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Mox — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 13:02:15 GMT

goes to show the mean vile is still there and glad you dont need Hillary and her people. All those new voters will be looked at this time no more Chicago politics in Nov.Even if it takes to Dec for a final count. Hillary doesnt need Obama either her own people paid down her debt so field is evan. Bring on convention. Hope you all realize he is not the nom. yet. dont want to hear crying after.Yes they can take it from the black guy if they want a win in Nov. He did a great job getting this far next time will be easier for the right black man. Its not him and not race either it is him and double standard,reg. politics and lieing. untrustworthy no experience and changeing positions like FISA so dont yell race to me .I will never vote for him but I would for the right black. Done want Hillary as vpeither I couldnt vote for him under any reason.He said him self he had knuckle bad judgement so that dont wash anymore.

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Mark Thieme — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 13:16:52 GMT

With the exception of a few tired die-hards, Hillary has about run her course.

We saw quite enough of her for excruciating, embarrassing, months on end. Enough and more to convince us to choose someone else.

Time to move on, as they say.

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Erika, Ohio — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 13:45:07 GMT

No wonder the HRC Campaign was a complete mess... They could not keep there mouths shut!
Psst, Psst, Psst to the media.

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Dan, Phoenix,Arizona — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 14:07:54 GMT

If I were Obama, I simply wouldn't want to give the Clintons the motivation to kill me.

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Pedro — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 14:39:23 GMT

One question to be asked. Who is better as of now than Obama to be the president of the US. Is it because of his colour or is it because he is more intelligent than the whole Republican party combine?

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Colleen, in FL — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 14:40:15 GMT

Senator Obama is very focused on his end goal, and so he should be. Hillary needs a cabinet position(which she can share with Bill); putting on the ticket defeats his platform as a different kind of politician. Having said that, I don't who has on his ticket as long as this country does see another REPUBLICAN in the white house for at least 8 years. As much as we have lost because of the 2 man band we have, McCain would be enough to make it a 3 ring circus. I think we are out dancing clowns, as it is time for the American people to wake up. Enough is ENOUGH!!!
OBAMA and whomever 08

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Pedro — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 14:43:42 GMT

Hillary will prove to everyone that she is fit for the job she will work her ways through the top as always, that's the reason she why she must accept the VP position.
Pedro

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

Bob, Boca Raton, FL — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 15:03:11 GMT

I can not understand how we continue to write about Hillary and the related issues and problems. We need to look to the future and what can The democratic party do to convince the electors that they have a credible plan to fix the economy, fix our health insurance issues and keep the lobbist on a very short leash. Getting out or Irak is important, but more important is to avoid doing additional of STUPID invasion where we do not belong. We pass laws on Bullying and EXCUSE ME, Let's stay home and fix our own problems: HEALTH, EDUCATION, ECONOMY, PRODUCTIVITY and ENERGY.

Folks, keeping your eyes in the rear view mirror does not let you look forward.

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

GK,CORTLAND,NY — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 15:05:47 GMT

OBAMA NO! NO! NO!
I WIIL NEVER VOTE FOR HIM,NO MATTER WHO THE VP WIIL BE.

OBAMA WAS SELECTED NOT ELECTED

Hillary under VP consideration, but...

gk,cortland ny — Sun, 13 Jul 2008 15:06:47 GMT

OBAMA NO! NO! NO!
I WIIL NEVER VOTE FOR HIM,NO MATTER WHO THE VP WIIL BE.

OBAMA WAS SELECTED NOT ELECTED