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Lesley, Baltimore, MD — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 03:53:33 GMT

Whoohooo! Go Obama!

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Kaye — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 03:54:51 GMT

They got that right - this will add to his mojo. GO BARACK!!!

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Jim, Carbondale, IL — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 03:57:34 GMT

Woo-hoo!!!
Go Obama!

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Kaye — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 03:59:07 GMT

Hillary let her guard down tonite and showed her true colors, maybe it is her exhaustion, but it was not a pretty picture. She will plummet even further after this.

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Bryce (Buffalo, NY) — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:02:09 GMT

As a teen, I am telling you not to rely on Facebook. The majority of American youth are supporting candidates because of their so-called celebrity status and their appearances on MTV. I wish more youths were engaged and informed, but that isn't the case. They see a poll and vote in it, but I highly doubt even half of the respondents watched tonight's debate

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Everett W Springer — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:03:25 GMT

I was most inspired by John Edwards for has deep devotion of taking on the special interest groups and lobbists that are raping the American middle class. To me when the cause is personal you do care more and you definately will fight even harder. Good job, John Edwards

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M. Sullivan — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:03:52 GMT

Chuck,
I don't think so. Hillary won this debate. Obama came off looking like an VERY inexperienced KID. And he made some really silly gestures with his hands, too.... He just looked wierd... When Obama and Edward played tummy sticks to beat up on Hillary, she put them straight.... Hillary won this.... Who paid you to say otherwise?

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Steve — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:04:01 GMT

Isn't this the same group that said Ron Paul won on the Repub side? Obviously, this is Obama's target audience.

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b. rainsberger — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:04:51 GMT

my only comment, can't MSNBC get someone better than this guy to write their stories

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PollM, Dallas TX — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:05:01 GMT

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John Belleville IL — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:05:04 GMT

I like hillary but her time is past

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Teresa Williams, Freeport, Illinois — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:07:39 GMT

Change we can count on and believe in! Go Obama!

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Jarrod Wood, Cedar Rapids Iowa — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:08:19 GMT

Bush - Clinton - Bush - Clinton?
Bush - Clinton - Bush - Obama!!!!!!!!

Which is REAL CHANGE?
GO OBAMA

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Danny — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:09:11 GMT

I'm old enough to remember how America felt when JFK was president. He inspired us to reach for the moon and our own dreams. The nation answered his call. We put a man on the moon from scratch, we sent record numbers of us to college, to do good works both here and abroad for our fellow man and mankind. You could do anything.

Barack Obama is the first politician since JFK's brother Bobby was gunned down that has given me hope that we can return to be a people who care about each other and work together to do great things. Only an inspirational wise, thoughtful, likeable, and passionate public servent can achieve great things. That great man is Barack Obama.

His name means 'blessed'. If we elect him we will count our blessings.

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Nancy Parker, Punta Gorda, FL — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:09:57 GMT

Edwards said that one his first day in the White House he would get rid of the lobbyists and special interest. That is a plan to begin the change that is needed!

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Angel, Alexandria, VA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:14:29 GMT

Despite the fact Barrack and John were teaming up on Hilary, she handled herself well. Although she should have lowered her tone I agreed with what she said said; change means nothing without a a plan of action and track record of results.

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AP, OH — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:14:36 GMT

Are you kidding? Obama was by far the weakest of the top three. The race for appearing Presidential was clearly between Edwards and Clinton. Obama was by far the weakest and the most watery on his stances and convictions. Just goes to show that empty rhetoric can only take you so far.

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Robert, West Hartford, CT — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:15:25 GMT

I honestly felt like Hillary's negative attacks on Obama looked un-presidential, and frankly, blew up on her. I almost felt personally bad for her when she became so shrill. I hope that Obama or another candidate that doesn't go for her relentlessly negative (planting of negatives with the press, attacks through surrogates, mischaracterizations of opponents) style of campaigning wins. I don't think these types of campaigns are good for or country, whether it is Mitt Romney or Hillary Clinton engaged in it.

Independent who's definitely voting Democratic (or maybe McCain) from Connecticut

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M. Sullivan — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:15:28 GMT

You know I think is going on? I think Obama supporters are taking the polls and skewing them. I'm from New Hampshire and we learned that he had shipped tons of young people here to New Hampshire to follow him around. We're not that dumb here in New Hampshire..... Maybe you guys out there are....

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osvelia — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:16:23 GMT

probably, if the older generation were part of face book, the stats would not be as skewed. as usual, she was the most knowledgeable of the bunch during tonight's debate. but, you wouldn't expect first read to say anything about that...seeing as how theyre for the O.

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Sam, Dallas, TX — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:17:18 GMT

It is time to recognize that US is not an EMPIRE state...no more Bush!!! no more Clintons!!

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SHRLEY METCALF. LOWELL AR. — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:17:33 GMT

It was quite obvious this evening that Obama and Edward's were playing as a tag team against Hillary, and she pretty much reduced them down to size. she not only took them on but her record of change made them look like they needed to grow up some before taking on an expireanced born leader.
She makes all of us women feel proud. GO HILLARY

SHIRLEY

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Lisa Gross — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:19:03 GMT

I am so tired of Hillary Clinton. She is so cold and calculated that I don't feel as though I could vote for her in the general election! I would be content sitting this one out just because I could not pull the lever for her! She made the worst misjudgement possible,SHE VOTED FOR THAT AWFUL IRAQ WAR,JOHN EDWARDS TOO! I will never forgive that!

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Joe, Des Moines, Iowa — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:19:29 GMT

Obama seems to academic and subdued.
Clinton seems to political and mad.
Edwards seems to have charisma and he shows that he really cares. He doesnt seem so political. I think he had what both canidates lack, but he continues to trail in polls.
I DON'T GET IT? It seems America is in love with whoever the media names their darling. First Clinton and now Obama. Maybe someday America will pull the blinders off and think for themselves.
I find two things interesting.
Edwards wants Clinton ousted. I think this points to two possible opportunities:
1. He thinks he could take on Obama and possibly get the nomination.
2. Obama/Edwards ticket.
It is interesting how Edwards took on Clinton, while Obama stays clean and just sits their like a rock. Has a deal been made?

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Andrew Edwards, Nashua, NH — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:20:08 GMT

Obama sat back while negative attacks flew past him

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Terry Brooklyn, NY — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:20:40 GMT

Hillary Clinton looked REALLY upset and was horrible divicive and bitter

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Victor O'Day Brooklyn, NY — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:24:07 GMT

HRC is going to suffer from her Howard Dean moment. She cracked under pressure and showed anger that was disconnected from her passion. Aside from that, she whined about not being the front runner any more, as though insisting the NH voters reinstate her on the pedestal. Playing the gender card won't work either...that was a mistake. And when is she going to fill in the hollow space that's there every time she talks about her 35 years of experience. Hillary is now, officially yesterday's news.

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Jay DeLatyree, Atlanta — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:24:18 GMT

Like many of the candidates, Clinton has now cleverly stolen, inserted and captioned the campaign slogan and term "CHANGE" from Obama who authored it right-out-of the gate, to improve her voter penetration, however constantly makes arguments against the term, which makes her look uncredible, the greater flip-flopper and certainly NOT presidential.

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Yong Kim, Dallas, TX — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:26:06 GMT

Mr. Obama was very precise on various issues and he blew up the doubts Rep. and Cliton machine have manipulated.

In contrast, Hilary lost her temper in national TV and carelessly destoryed herself. I do admire her 35 years accomplishments though. Poor Clinton.

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Ed M., Greenville, SC — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:26:45 GMT

I agree, Clinton looked very angry, very rustled. If we are voting on temperament, for the person who would best be able to deal with difficult heads of state from other countries, tonight's debate definitely suggests Obama.

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Kaye — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:26:49 GMT

Woot Woot!!!Go Barack - he is inspiring a nation!!

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kenshin — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:29:00 GMT

facebook must be full of a different set of people than those who will vote. polls from facebook before debate had obama at 60%, whereas the news poll had him at 27%. big difference--i'm not convinced that facebook's stat here makes a big diff at the polls.

edwards was great! energy, focus...only wish they'd let him talk about his position on no more nuclear power plants. obama is for more nuclear power. let's see how that goes in NH.

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Kevin Eatmon — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:29:42 GMT

Tonight Obama continued to show why he is the front runner for the Democratic nomination. Out of all the presidential candidates, he seems most poised to bring the "US" back in the USA!

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mike, smackover arkansas — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:30:37 GMT

hillary looked awfly awfly petty . and I cleaned that up

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Joe, Des Moines, Iowa — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:31:52 GMT

Nice poll. 50% say Obama won the debate, yet he sat there like a stiff and gave his generalized, safe, stump speach. Wake up people!

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Justin, Northern Kentucky — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:31:55 GMT

It blows my mind how anyone could support Hillary or Barrack over John Edwards. Edwards is the only candidate who truly cares about the people(especially the middle class) and he is the only one that will bring the change needed to positively effect middle class families.
WAKE UP AMERICA, VOTE FOR EDWARDS!!!!

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Linda, Vermont — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:32:41 GMT

Woo-hoo! Hillary is my choice. She has a lot of experience plus she knows what change is. They go hand in hand. I feel that she is the only one running for president that can pull us out of this nightmare.

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High on Change — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:33:38 GMT

Man, I am becoming a total political junkie. I can't believe I watched all 4 hours of this thing. The Repugs were their typical loser selves. I think Fred Thompson's brain cycles at half the speed of a normal person.

Regarding the Dems: to be completely objective, Hillary always appears to do well in debates. Except for that angry moment where her eyes about popped out, I thought she was the strongest overall.

It seems that Obama made the decision not to engage her in an aggressive way but I do think he should have leveled her on a couple of occasions. I can't believe she actually used the likeability factor to compare him to Bush.

Plus, she keeps harping on all the changes she has been involved in for 35 years. He should have asked her what the hell were they because obviously they aren't exactly impacting anyone's immediate lives.

Finally, Obama missed an opening to really emphasize his completely amazing idea of government transparency compared to the Clinton's reputation for secrecy. In that regard, she's the one who is no different than Bush.

Just my thoughts but at least he didn't make any serious mistakes. Hopefully he's still going to pull this off in NH too!

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Chris, Portland, Oregon — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:35:28 GMT

Hillary looked presidential - the others, kinda small.
I'm so scared that we Dem's are gonna blow it again!
We win or lose with Hillary - no one else.

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Steve S / Cincicinnati, OH — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:36:00 GMT

John Edwards is the man, yet he trails in the polls. To me, it shows how out of touch and uneducated Americans really are. They continue to vote for whoever the media tells them to. I bet the majority of people voting for Obama and Clinton didn't even watch the debates.
GO EDWARDS!!!!

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Virginia, NY — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:36:32 GMT

USA need a leader with experience on what we are facing in todays world Hillary has that and more. We need conscious,intelligent changes, not just changes.
Hilary is the strongest one

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Banko — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:36:39 GMT

GO get them OBAMA. Terrific job.

Obama 08

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ryan, long island, new york — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:37:41 GMT

I thought hilary was the winner, than bill ricahrdson came out in second, with edwards in third and obama in last.

Hilary and bill had substance to their ideas and concepts of what needed to be changed while the other two tried to convey the message of change without making good points to support it.

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Former ObamaVote, NH — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:37:51 GMT

Hillary was right on calling on Obama flip flopping! about time! Obama didn't have any real good answer for Hillary, he keeps talking about change and unite people and unite the country; but no specifics or real agenda. Hillary was right on linking his call of change with the one from Bush before "I'll he the uniter, not a divider." Edwards looked presidential, addressed the issues head on and sincere. I was leaning toward Obama before; but I'll vote for Edwards!

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dwayne goode conway, arkansas — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:39:24 GMT

Edwards is the only democrat that could possibly, defeat mike huckabee. If any other democrate wins the nomination, democrats loose.
cdg conway, arkansas

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YOUTH VOTER, Ann Arbor MI — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:39:45 GMT

I agree with Bryce from Buffalo, NY. I think it's silly that MSNBC would rely on facebook for their statistics. Most of the people on facebook support Obama AND Ron Paul. That does not reflect all of the young people in the U.S. and it definitely does not reflect the general population. The media needs to stop going against Hillary as if she's already lost. Iowa is only one state and Obama seemed weak and inexperienced in this debate. We have a long way to go and Hillary can definitely beat Obama. Obama is all about hype and that will fade away eventually.

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Martha, Harrisburg, Pa — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:40:39 GMT

I believe Obama did fine with all the attacks that was levied at him. Some people say he looked subdued but I think he was sick. You could tell from his voice that he had a cold. Hillary acted mean and cold. What is the record that she keeps referring to and especially that of the Clinton administration, I thought she was the First Lady. I don't recall her holding a cabinet post and she worked at a law firm in Arkansas before Bill got elected. I grew tired of her language against the republicans and we need to get them. No wonder nothing gets done. We are americans.

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Queen, Accokeek, Maryland — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:41:23 GMT

The democratic debates were fascinating!!! Passion is a good thing and was displayed by all...but, Senator Clinton's responses showed that she is a bright, informed and "pissed" by the idea that she is aything but the winner. Senator Obama's responses were calm, well articulated and non-defensive. Unlike Senator Clinton, he seems to realize that it would be an priveledge to be elected president, not an entitlement owed to anyone.

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Fran, Queens, NY — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:42:08 GMT

Mrs. Clinton is definetely a superior candidate to lead this country over all the candidates. We need to focus on the facts and the reality not on the magic super promises of changes. Obama is just another politician tryiing with his nice word to get votes

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Simon, IA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:42:33 GMT

High on Change (Sent Saturday, January 05, 2008 11:33 PM)

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Carol Webster, Bradenton, Florida — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:43:05 GMT

while i will vote for any democrat in the primary, no matter who it is, i hope edwards takes it. he seems to really know what he wants to do as president and seems to put you and i before the government and corporations. obama seems unsure of himself and hillary is just a puppet for the lobbyists, and could care less about you and i. edwards all the way!

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Shanna Dawn, Brooklyn NY — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:43:49 GMT

I was impressed with the democratic candidates, they pressed on all the issues that America is facing right now. Hillary handled her case very well , however she made herself look like a fool when she tried to have John Edward's on her side, while trying to skew the words of what Barack said. It just showed how threatened she is of him, not sure if it will work out in her favor.

On the Republican side, Mitt Romney is not well liked at all......

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fran — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:43:53 GMT

Ah, excuse me but I belong to Facebook and I'm no kid but an adult, working nurse with a daughter. I joined Facebook so I could work with the Students with Obama group in my state. What part of that don't you understand? AND for your information, it is ADULTS which I was going to be one of them but I got held up at work, that went to volunteer in New Hampshire. Having a good knowledge of Senator Obama's campaign in NH, the students you are seeing are NH college students who are interning in the campaign offices. There is a massive UNH group in NH for Obama. They are NEW HAMPSHIRE students you are seeing, it is ADULTS you are seeing coming in to volunteer, AND the Obama has a REGULATION that you can volunteer to canvass and participate in ANY polls. You have to agree to that before they allow you to go to NH to volunteer. I know, I signed up to go from New York State and they are quite clear on that.

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Albert, Pearl River, NY — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:45:40 GMT

Obama's pathetic record as an Illinois Senator mostly voting "present" instead of a "yes" or "no" when asked to vote on difficult issues is how America should judge him... How could he change Washington when he was afraid to change Illinois? Get real! Will you?... If not for racial "reasons," only simple-minded, naive and gullible people will vote for him.

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Drew, IA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:46:04 GMT

MOST presidential??? Bill Richardson is perhaps more uniquely qualified to lead us as President than any of the Dem candidates, but tonight he was reduced to being playground monitor, the only adult in the company of 3 sniping children. Obama and Clinton reminded me of my niece and nephew on a long car trip, when one of us grownups would have to squeeze in the back seat between them to keep them from endlessly nitpicking at each other. "Presidential?" Hardly.

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MSmiley Westchester County NY — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:46:19 GMT

I do not get how so many people say John Edwards looked great! He answers every question no matter what is is with his tirade on corporate greed. Other than winning large sums of money in his plaintiff's cases, what has he done? His most prominent contribution to public life is that he has ran for president two times. And He had a particularly undistinguished career in the senate. He really stretches the truth on a regular basis. For example tonight he implied that his patients bill of rights bill became law, when it never did. And for the record, although he beat Hillary by 7 "points" in the Iowa caucus, Hillary actually came out with one more delegate than he has. So where it really counts, Hillary beat him. As for Hillary tonight, she came off as shrill, but forceful at times. Obama seemed like he was sleeping. I think Richardson came off the best but has no chance of winning. When all is said and done, Hillary loses to Obama in personality, but when it comes to being tough, intelligent and doing right for America for 35 years in public service, she is the best person to be president. Being eloquent doesn't solve problems. It is naive to think that overwhelming change can happen on day one. Change comes from being able to work within the system. Only one of these candidates can do that!

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Joyce Smallwood, Stanton, Ky — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:47:07 GMT

For the life of me I can't understand why the media and everyone else aren't giving Edwards the respect he deserves. He speaks my language..he speaks to my convictions and my heart. I am middle class and I want it saved for me and my son. I don't know what othets are or their backgrounds but mine is idential to Edwards..came from poor who sacrificed so I could get an education and do better than they did. With Edwards those of us willing to work and sacrifice, then our children can do the same..but not if someone does not stand up to huge corporations and the lobbyist..I put my faith and trust for my future and that of my son with John Edwards.

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Michael — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:48:54 GMT

two things

Obama started the negative stuff in June when his campaign put out the face info on the Clinton's relationship with the Indians.

Did anyone else notice Obama never defended himself from the fact he has a lobbyists as a chairman?

It was basically Hillary vs. Edwards. Obama is a joke, you Dems must love to lose if you like this clown. He is another Mondale or Mcgovern.

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SI, Houston, TX — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:49:21 GMT

What experience is Hillary talking about? Not sure First Lady counts as relevant experience to be President....what achievements can she count, when she keeps repeating her "35 years of creating change?"

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William Lenz — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:49:37 GMT

I thought Obama looked the best. I don't see how Clinton won that especially when she got visibly upset.

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Laura — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:51:11 GMT

YEA!!!!
I would like to congradulate ALL the Democrats tonight. I believe that they are all electable and I believe they ALL want to do the right thing. The debate was so exciting to watch. You all gave your points with such passion. I really believe that any one of you would make a fantastic President. You aLL have your experience and you ALL have your belief in the American people. It is so evident. Please do not let the media destroy you.
I was so proud and amused to hear that Senator Obama was watching the football game. Why would he want to listen to that garbage that the Republican party is spewing. He creates hope. I believe he like Edwards will fight for American jobs and the middle class. Because like we all know the middle class is what picks up after the poor. The rich certainly do not. Nor do they care. They are satisfied.
John Edward is amazing. I am very impressed by his focus. I remember a debate where a liar sat next to him and denied ever meeting him before when in fact Mr Edwards had sat next to the liar at a previous function. I never understood how Mr Edwards let the liar get away with that !!! I am certain is was utter shock! Anyway, Senator Edwards seems all grown up now and more determined than ever.
Koodos to Hillary for standing her ground. She never mentions her involvement with Nixon. For God sake this woman has gone after demons before! Successfully. What is scary about her are her comments about about never knowing what could happen. I believe we want to hear her say she will make it happen! American people are so vulnerable right now that they can't bank on uncertainty. We want a winner, like Bill Clinton. He made mistakes. Stupid mistakes. Unfortunately some people are more moral than others but the majority of us are pretty easy going. What do they say about "glass houses"?? The country needs to be reminded that we have bigger issuse to deal with than 9 years ago. We have to undo what George Bush, Dick Cheney ect...ect....George Bush Sr, ect...What they have done to our country needs undone. Hillary gave some hope with her comment about the deficit her husband inherited. BUT she should have mentioned the President who created the deficit...Why are we afraid to point the whole hand.
Governor Richardson is wonderful. He has the experience. He has the plan. He brings a real truth to the future. He made me cry. They all did.
I am so scared for our world and our country. I don't believe violence is an answer. I was very impressed with all of them. They are all unique they are all for the American people and they all want change. One of these four will be our next President.
BETTER BE! Or God help this country-this world!
I believe that our country should be treated like the Predidents child; I would believe that our people should think of our President like a parent. Any one of them would make sure their kids needs were taken care of no matter what sacrifice they had to make. And i mean personal and professional .
Anyway, What concerns me is the fact that they get a little heated amoungst themselves. This seems totally unecessary. I also believe it is media related. I hope that the Democratic candidates will try to keep in mind that they are all on the same page. They all want to FIX this country. Focus your speaches on what you will do.
Which ever of them becomes our next President. That individual IS going to make history. I love all of you. You are all very different but you all are good people. And I for one small American girl working in one of the few American manufacturing businesses in this country want to thank you personally for caring about your fellow man.
What the Republicans seem to forget is that we are a HUMAN RACE! And we are not stupid. Humans are the (supposedly) most intelligent creatures on this earth. Greed is what destroy us. God bless America.
Sincerely,
Laura

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Queen, Accokeek, Maryland — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:51:59 GMT

The democratic debates were fascinating! Passion is a good thing and was displayed by all. John Edwards made excellent points about lobbyist. No one can serve two masters. Senator Clinton's responses showed that she is very bright, informed and "pissed" by the suggestion that anyone but she will be the next president. She 'ATTEMPTED' to draw blood from Senator Obama. Senator Obama's responses were calm, well articulated and non-defensive. He maintained his dignity, focus and clarity of vision. Unlike Senator Clinton, he seems to realize that it would be a privilege to be elected president, not an entitlement owed to anyone. Every great change has been preceded by a vision and hope. Lead Obama, the people will follow.

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Fran — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:52:01 GMT

What cracks me up is you all believe Senator Edwards and his "blue collar" mantra. The man has a 10 million dollar home bought and paid for by his off-shore accounts in the Cayman Islands courtesy of Fortress Investments. You know the company that bought up and foreclosed on the homes of suffering New Orleans residents trying to rebuild their homes after the flood. Once the insurance companies refused to make good on their homeowner's insurance, these African American families struggled to repair their homes themselves. But Fortress Investment Corp. of which John Edwards was a paid consultant, and has 16 million invested in, instead bought the mortgages at a great discount, and then foreclosed on the families, netting Fortress and John Edwards a great reward. Now Edward's cash is stashed in the Caymen Islands so it can't be taxed.
Why doesn't he explain that? Why don't people research the candidates before believing everything they say? Or doing a little research too much work? You would rather believe a slick lawyer like Edwards who made millions suing people. Oh, by the way, Senator Edwards father only worked a hard job at low pay until John Edwards was 4 years old and then he moved up to management and retired as a senior manager with a huge retirement package. But of course he doesn't want you to know that one does he?

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William Lenz, Louisville KY — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:52:05 GMT

I thought Obama looked very presidential. I think he is gaining steam and I thought Clinton getting visibly upset hurt her.

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Jackie, Washington, DC — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:52:35 GMT

The problem with Hillary is, you can't play the nice and gentle, I put out ads in Iowa that look like something from a feminine product commericial to look likeable card for two weeks and then switch tactics in NH. People see right through that. Perhaps if she didn't come out on the stage tonight looking crabby, stumbling on her words and cold, the blow up wouldn't be percieved as a blow up.

I have always been a John Edwards fan. But I have to face reality that not everyone agrees with me. But, if I had to choose between Hillary and Obama, of course I would choose Obama. I am tired of the same, inside the beltway politics that is done here in D.C. and America is too. That is why Huckabee, a man who came out of nowhere, is doing so well!

Hillary presents change. Obama presents change. But Hillary's change won't change the way this country is run.

It's funny how Obama didn't call her out more though. I mean, when Bill Clinton won NH back in '94, he was the comeback kid. But more importantly, he was the new, inexperienced candidate that presented change from a new perspective over old, Washington experience.

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Janice — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:54:41 GMT

Barack's message, for those who will listen, is about elicting change from the American people, asking for sacrifice and raising expectations. No one person can make changes by themselves, not even third term Hillary. Barack has experience, hope, intelligence and integrity, that is shining through.

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Brian, Washington DC — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:55:21 GMT

I would like to hear more about Hillary's 35 years of change....so it started in 1972 when she volunteered for McGovern's campaign?

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Marbw — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:58:00 GMT

Focus group

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Apv5KWHgXTE

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banko — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:58:07 GMT

Who won debate?

News: Undecided Voters in New Hampshire

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lol Minnesota — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 04:59:34 GMT

Hillary claming 35 years of experience by volunteering for a campaign in college would be like if I was interviewing for a job at McDonalds and I put down 'the first time I had a Big Mac' as my experience.

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Penny — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:00:19 GMT

You are FORTUNATE to be American

YOU have OBAMA...

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Steven, KDH, N.C. — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:00:39 GMT

"Words don't matter?" Wow! That's gonna get played a whole lot. Howard Dean moment. Youtube is gonna be playing her "angry moment" for some time.

Just one problem with the theory that words aren't important. It's wrong.
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Gettysburg Address
MLK "I Have A Dream"
Just to name some words that are pretty important I think. Men and women fought and died for these words.

Oh and IF(ever decreasing chance)Hillary were to win the Presidency, they would ask her to take an oath on a Bible. Wonder why? Guess it's not that important, just something they do.

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Pedro Sanchez — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:01:01 GMT

I can't believe someone actually thinks Hucakbee has a prayer of being elected...

the only place huckabee could be elected is the confederate states of america... but as some people seem to forget.. THE SOUTH LOST THAT WAR

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Howard, Detroit, Mi. — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:01:14 GMT

Well, I think it's a shame that in 2008 a woman can't show passion and backbone against two months worth of distortions of her life without being characterized as angry. Don't most people criticize her for not showing passion, for being detatched? Tonight we saw a Hillary who cared, who actually "fought" back like John Edwards talks about, and who had real things to say. A reality break indeed. Obama, stop telling us everyting is going to be okay. It's going to be hard, you just sound young and innocent when you make it seem that easy. Hillary is a realist and an optimist. Obama and Edwards just don't get it.

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vince,chicago,IL — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:01:21 GMT

Edward have no right to blame and criticize Hillary.what he did when he was in the senate six years and check his records.he has the least attendance in the senate.he is not qualified and not fit for president like obama.
Just go for hillarys records. she is the best hopeful and qualified candidate for president.some republicans are supporting obama because they can easily defeat obama and win the elections.

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Michael — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:01:52 GMT

Also, Obama has only been president 15% of the votes since he is in the sentate. Hillary has the highest attendence of all the people running in both parties.
In a few months Edwards will be wishing he was Evan Bayh. Hillary looked like most presidential of both parties tonight.

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jackie McCaffrey New York New York — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:04:07 GMT

John Edwards was great tonight. I was proud that he is my candidate.

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Penny — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:04:33 GMT

You are FORTUNATE to be American

YOU have OBAMA...

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HOuston — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:05:57 GMT

Fun to Watch. What an irony that her opponents are all women.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Apv5KWHgXTE

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mulu — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:05:57 GMT

Go Obama, he is the smart and very very positive presidential candidate i have ever seen. no matter what Clinton trigger him with negative attacks, he stay focused positive and steel the show. way to go Obama.....go Obama....as a young guy, i am moved by the Obama positive new messege than any of the candidates.

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Brad Glisson, Durham, North Carolina — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:06:44 GMT

"I want change b bu but I already make change" as said while Hillary was coming down from her picanese eye popping rage,,,,image of the night for me!

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michelle, iowa city, iowa — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:09:11 GMT

I have personally seen Edwards and Obama speak several times. John Edwards is the only one who really seems to speak with the passion and heart that we need in this country to gets things back in the right direction. Hearing him speak you get the sense that he is not doing this because he want the glory of being president, but that deep down he and his wife Elizabeth really care about the people in this country that need help. They are a wonderful team.

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RO Fresno CA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:11:19 GMT

Obama is our best hope and I've supported him all along. I'm 50 years old, hardly the "kid" that so many say are his supporters. I've researched his platform, read his books, checked him out thoroughly. He represents change from the status quo of the existing political machine, he's got the strength and intelligence we need, coupled with desire, understanding, and a willingness to bring back unity. Take some time to learn for yourself, not just skewed TV soundbites. There is dramatic substance in this fine man.

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Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:12:11 GMT

If we are talking about electing the next president of the usa then Hillary Clinton won this debate hands down...she projected strength, passion, competence, intelligence, humor and likeability...this woman means business and she is ready to meet world leaders and walk into the Presidency from day one...

Obama looked tired and alittle defeated and speechless...he isn't quite so 'inspiring' when he has to share the stage with others...he should stay where he is in the Senate...

Edwards came across shrill and desperate...his time is just about up...

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Michae; — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:12:55 GMT

A foxnews focus group where all the so-called dems are spewing Republican talking points. Give me a break. Repubs need Obama to win. A republican state had a low turnout for repubs in Iowa but alot voted for Obama a liberal. Guess why? Repubs need his as the nominee to guarentee a Repub victory in 2009. He is not a intellect.

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David Warren, Olympia, Washington — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:14:29 GMT

I am glad that in this great country of ours we are experiencing the possibility that one of darker complexion has the opportunity to lead. May the blessings of Shin reach the heart of Obama.

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MDS — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:17:32 GMT

What drives me crazy is the way Hillary talks about Bill Clintons presidency as if she was president. If that is the case then Laura Bush should run for Senator next year and president in 8 years. It does not ring true, her "experience" seems mostly HOPEFUL, not real. I am a Democrat, but just cannot stomach her as the nominee, she expects us all to forget the scandals and failures of Bills presidency and remember all his successes as her successes. Very strange and presumptive.

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Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:18:18 GMT

High on Change - thanks for your honesty...and humor...it is refreshing...

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Emerson — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:18:35 GMT

Go Go Go: President Obama.

I would like to respectfully asked the Clintonites to stop trying to draw a parallel line between Bush and Obama.

I voted Democratic in the last election and have been very disappointed with the Dems since then to the point of not voting in the next election until I heard my voice and concerns through the agent of change and suddenly my hope was renewed for a better United States of America.

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High On Change — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:23:10 GMT

Ok, I'm from IL so I am going to respond to Albert's question first. Voting "present" in our state legislature just means that you aren't accepting or rejecting the bill outright. It is a tool that is used to let the sponsers know that the bill would gain your support if something were adjusted or tweeked in some way. It is not, by any means, a way of ducking a vote.

To Simon, if you're implying that Hillary represents actions and Obama represents only words, I don't agree. For one thing, I don't think Hillary will be an effective president because she won't be able to take any action. She will be too busy defending herself from everyone who hates her.

Finally to the Edwards and Richardson supporters, they are not viable candidates. I don't care how long Bill's resume is, he is just plain boring. Edwards' focus is way to narrow. He needs to broaden his message more and many, including myself, feel that his adversarial approach to governing is not going to accomplish anything either.

Obama is the all around. He has a real record, here in IL, of bringing together opposing sides and getting results. People should not scoff at his community organizing background. It has given him insight and skill into managing people and ideas. I think that is fairly evident so far.

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Peter, Fayetteville NC — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:23:16 GMT

Something I'd like to point out. Obama takes great pride that he was anti war from the start and that his two main opponents and all the republicans with the exception of Ron Paul have been for the war at some point or still are. People need to realize that while it is all fine and proper for him to be personally against the war, he was only a state legislator at the time the vote to authorize military involvement in Iraq was done. He had no access to any of the information that Clinton and Edwards had at the time, and therefore can't condemn them on that vote since he wasnt exposed to the intelligence. Obama keeps bringing that up and is forgetting that the Congress like many of us were duped into this war.

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John, Marion, IA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:24:27 GMT

Most Presidential...Obama. I thought facebook users might look beyond the toothless tiger and the popularity contest. This isn't a run for prom king.

If you want the Democrats to win in November, try someone else...PLEASE!

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Joseph A. Cavallaro — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:26:42 GMT

I seriously can't believe how many people are falling for the absolutely nothingness of Obama's words. Pretty, nice, sweet, cute, feel-good but totally lacking in substance just as he lacks in any kind of serious experience to lead our country in this critical time. I hate to say it, but almost all of the Republicans would be better than Obama. I quess in this day and age experience doesn't count for much - just motivational speechs. WAKE-UP DEMOCRATS!

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Janet, Lenexa, Kansas — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:26:49 GMT

As a registered Republican I can tell you that even I was impressed with Obama. If the republicans don't elect McCain I'll be voting for Obama!!

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Travis, Chicago — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:30:15 GMT

I think tonight we saw Sen. Clinton's frustrations with ppl like Sen. Edwards who try and say that she is the status quo. I would pose the question to anyone on this board: What status quo does she represent? Is it because she is the wife of an ex-president? When you look at what she supports, most of the other candidates are pretty much in agreement with her. And if she was the "status quo" candidate, why was she one of the first candidates talking about our country's need for a universal health care system. That's a pretty dynamic and progressive idea. Edwards on the other hand is trying to defend Obama to get rid of Hillary, but did anyone see Obama come to Edwards aid?

We talk about personal attacks and we saw that from Sen. Edwards. We wasn't calling Obama a "lobbyist supporter" tonight, was he? Clinton is the best choice and I think she presented her case eloquently, while showing that she is ready to use past experiences to change our great nation.

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RobK, Seattle, Wash. — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:30:23 GMT

OBAMA/FEINGOLD 2008!

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Tom J — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:38:32 GMT

Hillary is the republicans' best chance to retain the white house. Only Obama can unite the country and get independents and some republicans (like myself) to vote democratic. She is too divisive and America is tired of that.
Go, Obama.

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AS, NY, NY — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:38:59 GMT

Edwards people: Explain to me how someone who works for a hedge fund is a man of the people. Most people who he claims to be one of and fighting for do not even know what a hedge fund is. I know lots of a hedge fund managers and they are not populists. Indeed, one cannot be a populist and work for a hedge fund.

And, how come John "I Hate Lobbyists" Edwards does not care that Obama's campaign manager in New Hampshire is a lobbyist? I thought he was in a steel cage match with lobbyists to get their "death grip" from around the necks of America's children. Your boy made a deal with Obama to let him once again run for VP if he would hold his coat and attack Hillary for him.

Hillary should not have let him push her buttons though. You could see that clown Stephanopoulos salivate over that piece of footage and all of the Edwards/Obama suck ups will make sure that clip is played over and over. She needs to fire Mark Penn, make nice with bitter former high school geeks aka the talking heads, and get back to her disciplined campaign.

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carol austin, austin, texas — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:39:45 GMT

What Obama has nailed and Hillary seems unable to grasp is that the country does want change and the voters want to be included in the responsibility for doing so.
I fail to understand why voting for Hillary for president("I'm a woman and that's change")is truly change when she is mired in the politics of the past. I notice Obama did not play the race card (you didn't hear him say vote for me I'm Black and that would be change). I don't believe it's the gender that makes the change. It's the ideas in the mind of the person who is president.
Obama has managed to draw in the younger voters because he challenges them to do something with their lives, and take responsibility and vote. He sees value in people making commitments and working for what they want to see happen.
Hillary seems to just want to get elected. I don't see how being first lady--and one who was gone a great deal of the time--equates with experience running the country. Experience and what one learns from it don't come about by osmosis.
I believe Obama has the intelligence, imagination, and courage to do what he says. And the decisions about the environment and jobs will be made with people in mind, not the lobby folks, or the old power brokers. This country needs Obama.

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Richard McKeon, Gaithersburg,MD — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:40:32 GMT

Obama is an inspirational speaker, but Hillary is the best qualified person to be president.

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Houmpheng — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:42:42 GMT

Mrs. Clinton win the debate hand down.

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Anderson, Savoy, IL — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:43:28 GMT

So the youth vote liked Obama more. Is anyone surprised? Why is a Facebook poll newsworthy.

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Val Tappan — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:44:02 GMT

You Obama supporters probably can't name one thing he has accomplished. You are simply inspired by his delivery. Well talk is cheap if you take no action to support it. Also, you might want to check out his voting record and actual votes cast(and compare to Hillary). Oh, and one last thing, tell Obama to come up with some original thoughts as opposed to repeating what those in the debate say right before him.

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Charles VA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:44:33 GMT

Let the truth be told! Hillary, Obama has just shown you why he is more Presidential than you, and nice try on the false accusations concerning the PATRIOT ACT. Only blind supporters or people who can't research for the truth will be fooled by hillary.

Obama has more pressing issues and funny enough Hillary you are not on the list. How insignificant have you become?

Hillary you a LIAR and CORPORATIST, you have no idea what change means. Haven't you been listening to Obama?

http://blog.wired.com/27bstroke6/2008/01/clinton-slams-o.html

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Frantz, Miami, Florida — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:55:28 GMT

Are we seeing a ticket Obama-Edwards? Hillary is too condescending, she kept talking about her 35 years of change, please for most of Americans she’s just Bill’s wife. She should change her whole campaign’s tactics; attacking Obama at every turn is not going to work. We’ve seen that too often from the Republicans, America wants a change in rhetoric. Words don’t matter really, she’d better find some convincing ones or she’ll be left behind sooner rather than later.

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Andrew Brown, Halltown, MO — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:55:55 GMT

As a registered Republican who is fed up with establishment candidates, Obama has not only inspired me, he has earned my vote.

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I am 18 — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 05:57:48 GMT

One is talking "change","hope", "speech"
One is talking "change","action" and "how to..."

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Howard Dean — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:03:36 GMT

I thought Hillary was too quiet tonight, I think all the candidates should be yelling more, it sure did me alot of good.

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Jonas Miller — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:04:27 GMT

Obama looked old and gray...could have been the lightning but the guy looks like he aging before our eyes.

In reality..not media or his supporters...Obama just does not do well in debates. He's better at big scripted speeches.

He does NOT NOT come off as presidental.

I'm not an Obama, CLinton or Edwards supporter but I have to tell you, I'm impressed as hell with Hillary. She comes off as a strong leader. She is smart, impressive.

I can see her talking to leaders of other countries with strength and not just stammering around.

I have changed my mind about HIllary. That gal IS charming.

She is not the devil the press and other candidates have painted her. You guys are wrong.

I'm not voting for any of these people but if I were, I'm sorry Obama supporters...it'd be for the strongest, smartest, most experienced one and I'm sorry to have to say it...

But it is Hillary.

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JARROD — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:04:43 GMT

Hillary says she has the experience and has made change for 35 years and yet we as a nation are still the position that we are in now. She obviuosly has not made to much of an impact. Edwards is a nice guy and does believe in helping the middle class, which is ME. For this reason I do HOPE that Obama chooses him as his vice-presidential candidate. No matter how you look at it I believe Obama is our only hope for real change in Washington, and That any of the 4 Top dems (Yes even Richardson) are better than any of the republicans and can and will defeat them On NOV. 4th 2008 and day of HOPE, UNITY, and TRUST

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Been there, Iowa — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:05:54 GMT

I ran an Obama caucus Thursday night and there was an impressive and deliberate (not 'carried away') sense there. This said, tonight Edwards really was the man. Edwards is right that Hillary should be vanquished and the other pair should go 1-2 with each other. John Edwards (and Obama) knew more of what was going on than any of the cardboard dufuses that took up the first hour and a half (not including Richardson, who really wasted everyone's time--put your resume in a book, big fella). Clinton needs to figure out that none of the rest of us can tolerate she and her hubby subrogating our interests to their effete egos for another four or eight years. Take a hike, lady.

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Been there, Iowa — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:07:23 GMT

P.S., they were ALL very, very tired, so this was really not that helpful.

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Chris D, Maybrook, NY — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:08:22 GMT

Wow. I'm not sure who looked more phony and thin-skinned tonight ... Romney or Clinton? KUDOS to Edwards, Obama, Huckabee and Guiliani.

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Angie, Los Angeles, CA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:09:26 GMT

Charisma vs. Experience....what does it mean when our young voters are basing their vote on a very new political charismatic and not PROVEN change. Good for Obama for encouraging the usual non-voters to vote; however, he is FAR too INEXPERIENCED to run the country, especially in its current state. Do we want a president that we would want to have a cocktail with or one that has a SUCCESSFUL 35 year track record?

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James Jordan — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:12:13 GMT

Spin it however you want.

HILLARY CLINTON IS THE WINNER as always.

Any unbaised person could in no way deny that Clinton in the debates showed her intelligence, strength, what a great leader she would be.

She is change...has fought for it for years.

She is not just lofty rhetoric of hope.

She tells you exactly how she is going to change and bring hope to this country with specific policies.

She does not stammer around and look to another candidate to help her out she stands up for herself very well even under 2 on 1 circumstances.

Hillary just proved that she is just what this country needs after years of George Bush.

Hillary won me over tonight.

I'm voting to change history. I'm voting for the best candidate and a strong WOMAN for president.

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Indep — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:12:20 GMT

If you still believe online voting, you are not wake up yet.

If you are still trash Hillary's performance tonight, you are a bias yourself.

Now, for those Independents and Republicans, the 2 "shows" are over tonight, no more dedate in NH. But your "homework" need to be done before "school" start. Do not go by media since they lost credibility already, go by your guts. You saw them all tonight.
NH is not Iowa, no 2nd choice issue. Thanks God !

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Clarence WV — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:15:25 GMT

Never in my life did I ever think I say this because I've not thought that a woman could/should be president.

After tonights debates, i just have to eat crow because I just have to vote for the strongest candidate. And I can't believe it is a woman.

But I got to go with who can keep us safe and strong and the woman just happens to be it. I'm shocked.

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luke — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:18:17 GMT

Go Barrack! We support you!

Well, Hilary could say whatever tract of records she claims for having been the president’s wife. But she is just the wife. She finds it an advantage though. What has it got to do with the running of the politics during Clinton’s time?

I agreed with you Martha and you are right Sam…

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Pam, Albuquerque — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:20:30 GMT

Hey Democratic DiveBombers,
I'm one one of those over 50 types who can remember the Kennedy-Nixon debates when I was 5 years old (been a politics junkie ever since! Lets remember we're totally privileged to have 4 such fantastic people running for top job in the good old USA! But, remembering Kennedy the way I do, all I can say is I'm with you all the way Barack baby. It'll be like gathering us in in a real way, and bringing the power back to the people. It's already happening-you can feel the CHANGE in the air. We have been blessed, and BARACK OBAMA is his name!

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Dennis R. Honold — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:23:36 GMT

In fact, having Obama as president scares me. What is is stand for Israel? The Bible says we need to support that country.

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George — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:23:46 GMT

Obama looked old and gray.

Can't take up for himself in a Dem debate. God help him in the GE. He ends up looking whimpy like Dukacis, Mc Govern.

Comparing both Rep and Dem debates, that Hillary is smart. She could take on ANY one of the REP and win!

Can't say that about Obama.

Just can't see him meeting with those enemy leaders he talked about meeting unconditionally with his first year. If he gets his butt WHOOPED in simple little debates here...can't imagine what will happen to him in the real world of politics.

Hillary looks like she could take on any world leader and win.

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Simon, IA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:24:14 GMT

A day will come when Democrats will be saddened by the Obama nomination due to ignorant voters.

Actions matter more than words!!

Obama votes for lobbyist in the Energy bill. Obama's ethics reform intentionally keep a loophole so lobbyist can still go around and do what they want. Obama's NH chair is lobbyist. Obama's campaign advisors are oil, media and pharma companies representatives.

Where is hope? Where is change?

Words doesnt matter. Action matters.

But who will tell those dreamy eyed Americans who can't get past words and support Obama?

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Mike, Denver, CO — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:25:04 GMT

Tonight Edwards talked about passion, and Obama talked about change. Tonight Senator Clinton showed her passion and showed us the changes that she has already done.
I think Senator Clinton getting mad about being called the Status Quo was justified. Edwards has been attacking Senator Clintion with that since November (he did not start that tonight). For a person who person who has made changes and continues to want to serve and make more changes, I woul not take that lightly either
The last question of the night was about comments that they would take back. I think that Obama should have taken back the comment from earlier tonight when asked about the Repuiblican Debate. I am glad to see he is honest, but I want a president that will worry more about what all americans are wanting (not just the Democratic Party), instead of if the Redskins have won or not. A DVR is good for that. Focus on the task at hand, once the debate is over, go to the hotel, put on your jersey, sit back, crack open a beer and enjoy the whole game. Tonight Obama looked like he wanted to get out of there. I guess he did not want to miss the end of the Pittsburg game.
Obama, note to help make the mandatory Child Health Insurane that you talked about tonight, you may want to focus on stengthing the "Children Health Insurance Program" (CHIP) of 1997. Actually the creator of that program may be a better canidate to get that done. Oh yeah...that was Hillary Rodham Clinton (the leader of President Bill Clinton's Health Care Reform).
Debates are usually help when you get more people to talk about you (good or bad). I believe that Hillary will get the more talking points tomorrow. Way to go Hillary, lets win the contest to the White House.

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Jeremy — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:25:55 GMT

Justr which debate were those face book people watching. Obviously not the one I saw on ABC becasue there is no way in hell that Obama looked presidental.

He just looked an sounded old and even graying

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Bill,Leechburg,Pa. — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:26:45 GMT

This country needs drastic changes or the working class people are going to be paying for all the poor and down and out people in America! The candidates should write a declaration and sign it stating that they will resign if not sucessfull! We need someone to rule this country with a iron hand that can give orders that everyone obey's.So far i am leaning towards Clinton! She's smart and she has back-up with Bill standing behind her.We need someone to go after the drug company's and fix the FDA ,before you get the health care for all American's!

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JO, Tampa Bay, FL — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:27:06 GMT

It's very funny how in all of these discussion threads, the Clinton supporters automatically go on the attack against the media whenever they say anything positive for Obama or Edwards. They also seem to be posting several times in the same thread to get at those of us that tend to skim past the hateful posts.

Look, the reason why Barack has momentum is because a large portion of America, namely its youth, is sick and tired of the established way of doing things. The baby boomer generation has really screwed the pooch for their children and grandchildren. This goes for everything from the obscene national debt to the ridiculous compensation and golden parachutes of CEOs.

In order to fix the problems facing our country, there is only one solution - a bridge between the two parties to cooperate on issues. Notice how Bush only seemed to find his veto pen once the Dems gained control in Congress. The partisan warfare has put us at a standstill.

HRC is an extremely intelligent and capable woman. She also has tremendous leadership skills. That being said, her place in history is more important to her than the future of the country. I say this because polls all over the place will tell you that she has the highest unfavorable rates of any Dem running. If nearly half of the electorate will not vote for her under any circumstances, how can she bridge the divide and get anything more done than Bush is getting done now.

HRC is a great politician and a great leader, but she has too much baggage to be able to come to amicable solutions with the GOP. A great number of them will vote no on a measure purely because she sponsors it.

The greatest challenge facing the country is not the exterior forces of foreign policy. It is our inability to get out of our own way and resolve differences to work together.

Too many people (justly or unjustly) hate HRC for her to be the best leader at this point in history for our country. Edwards or Obama stands a much better chance at bridging the gap with the GOP, which is the only thing that will get things done. I can understand the thirst to make history and be the first female leader of the free world, but enough is enough. She needs to bow out of this round gracefully and save face so that we can elect her at a time when there is less division in this country. The longer she keeps fighting for this round, the more problems she will create for herself in the next presidential cycle.

The problem with being the candidate with all the "experience" (although I think we would all argue that Barbara and Laura Bush's stays in the White House hardly qualify them to be president)is that you not only have good experience, but you hae bad experience as well. While Obama may be green, he has a major advantage - significantly less bad blood with the GOP. This would make them far more prone to work with him than HRC. Let's all face the facts. Healthcare, the economy, taxes, education and the war in Iraq are all issues that are going to require bipartisan solutions and not just a president. We need to set ourselves up with a president who is most likely to reach across the partisan boundaries. Of the Democratic field, HRC is definitely the least qualified to handle that task because of the decisions she has made to advance her political life.

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Jaime Mayfield, Jackson, Missosui — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:27:53 GMT

Obama and Robert Kennedy.

I'm only 29. Originally from Iowa, but now a Missourian. I have to admit I'm a bit jealous of my former Iowans. I wish I could have participated in the Iowa caucuses, to have my voice count at such a resonating level (not to say my primary and general election votes don't matter). Anyway, that's beside the point. I'm a white, middle-class, married woman. Now you have my stats. Each time I see an Obama speech (via his website or YouTube or TV) I can't help but be reminded of Bobby Kennedy. Not that I lived during his time, but I've seen his speeches on TV and YouTube and have seen his son speak....in southern Mississippi of all places. Bobby Kennedy told the truth, in a poetic, enlightened, compassionate way that woke people up from their comfortable slumber....or overworked, tired apathy....the same way Obama does. They both encourage us, push us, drive us to do good, to make the changes we're too afraid to make, to step out of comfort zones we've been hesitantly unwilling to step out of; even those of us who've demanded drastic change, but haven't felt the right time had come. I hear tones of Dr. King, Jr. in his voice. My skin speckles with bumps each time.

Sitting in my living room the other night, thursday night, watching the results come in, having my high school-age brother and upper-50's year old in-laws participate in the caucuses for the first time....it's obvious something major, something revolutionary is about to take place. If Bobby Kennedy couldn't do it then, Obama can do it now. We've grown, we've learned, we're now ready to begin finishing the work that was taking place in the late 60's. Time for Change has come again.

And with this debate tonight, Obama resonated once again. Showing his intelligent constraint, careful wisdom, mild defenses, and encouraging ideals. He doesn't just tell us what he thinks, what his policies are, but gives us hope, pushes us to believe things long-desired can be accomplished, that really we do have the power, each and every one of us, to make the United States what we want: a just, free, and equal country for all. Just like Bobby Kennedy did. He's putting the ball in our court, not just in his. And his message is that we can achieve it. It's very attainable and Iowa showed us that.

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Donna NJ — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:28:21 GMT

Clinton-the brightest with solutions. However, what she says and what she does may be two different things.

Obama-Usually verbally effective, but tonight was an exception. I'm sure he will have better nights. His Muslim name may shy people away.

Edwards-I don't trust lawyers (nor school teachers or salesmen), but at least he had represented common people against the big, ugly companies. He may be sincere. His wife having terminal cancer may at times affect his ablility to meet the Presidential demands.

I will vote for whichever Democrat wins the nomination. I surely do not want any Bible-thumping evangelical like Huckabee as President. We have enough of that from Bush. However, the uneducated southern state voters turn out in great numbers electing the religious ones. Anyone voting Democrat must get out and vote this year.

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Emmanuel — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:38:56 GMT

I think they all did well. I wish we could elect them all. We are all blessed to have them - and whoever wins, I would like to see all the DEM candidates working together to help us fix and heal our nation

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Jaime Mayfield, Jackson, Missouri — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:39:42 GMT

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Rick — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:54:36 GMT

Note that others besides Facebook ALSO said that Obama "won" the debate, including Mark Halperin of Time and others. I didn't see the debate itself, but it seems to me that to only single one example out for rebuttal when other data is easily available is little more than spin.

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Tracy Tallahassee, Florida — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 06:57:08 GMT

I too have been amazed at my continual attention to the candidates, more specifically the democrats, than in previous elections. There appears to be a feeling of 'can do', and pride that resonate when Senator Obama speaks. I believe he continued to express this and thath it reached the audience of millions even though he was speaking in a different forum. He was consistent with his message.

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Rebecca, Barnesville, Minnesota — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 07:15:26 GMT

I believe Barack Obama seems the most presidential; however, I wonder if he's just giving us false hope. Sure we'd like positive changes but I don't see strategies or tactics that would bring us those changes. I think Obama seems too good to be true...

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Dave, Alexandria, VA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 07:17:25 GMT

There are a couple significant things that came out of the debate. Remember that statement Obama made in the summer about going after Osama bin Laden if we knew where he was in Pakistan and the Pakistani's wouldn't or couldn't help? Remember the flak he took for saying it at the time and that it showed his "lack of experience" He stuck by it then and tonight everyone on the stage accepted that as the proper position.

The other is the choice by Edwards to team with Obama against Clinton. They seemed a little too chummy which might help Hillary with a sypathy vote, but she might have ruined it by losing her temper. What saved her during the debate was her great response to the question about her likability being less than Obama's "Well, that hurts my feelings ..." Humor is always the best way to get an advantage in a debate. McCain has that going for him as well.

Edwards needs to be careful about his role in the tag team strategy he has going with Obama. He has risen to Obama's defense in previous debates as well while Obama took the high road. When he does that too much and too obviously, he starts to look subservient to Obama.

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Debbie, Vancouver,Wa — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 07:19:53 GMT

Go Hillary!! HILLARY was the clear winner tonight. Edwards is so angry and says the same old tired things. Speaking of tired Obama looked like he could use a nap, he will have plenty of time to rest when Hillary is President!

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douglas soileau marbury, alabamaa — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 07:21:19 GMT

Most Presidential, is that like "Most High King/Queen"? please be for real, what about the most, I know it's unheard of but, "the most "diplomatic", "American", "honest""trustworthy" professional","leader", and last but not "Least"intelligent"?/"Knowledgeable".

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Rosalie Nadeau, Anchorage, Alaska — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 07:31:28 GMT

I am old, was in college when Bobby Kennedy inspired a generation of young people, and was in graduate school when an intense young lawyer named Hillary Rodham worked for the committee investigating Watergate, and have spent the past seven year being amazed at how liberals and Democrats have been described by the Republicans. I believe only Hillary Clinton is prepared to deal with the vitriol that will come toward any Democratic President. I believe she demonstrated that ability tonight while Obama probably would be rated number four of four in tonight's debate. Clinton followed by Richardson would be my one and two picks for the evening.

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Dr. Louis Simpson, Los Angeles, Ca. — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 07:32:02 GMT

This experience has been almsot a straight 350
days in a row experience. What pressure. The democrates were more real. I think that the democrates did well. but the president should be cool and have the ability to listen and think and come up with
solutions and to inspire. I was watching Obama tonight to see if he could measure up with the pressure of being a front runner. He did.

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honorable65, Santa Maria, CA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 07:32:49 GMT

Re: Hillary Clinton---What 35 years of experience--bringing about change? The only office she has held is NY Senator. Oh I guess all her accomplishments behind the scenes with Bill are suppose to impress us. Gads.

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Louis Poncz, Redmond, Washington — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 07:39:30 GMT

First, Hillary Clinton kept referring to 35 years of active political work. What is she talking about? In the 70s and 80s she had no position in government and in the 90s she was first lady. It wasn't until 2000 that she held her first elected post. Also before that she served on the board of directors of several corporations, including Wal-Mart during its most active growth and expansion. Also, of all the individuals on the debate floor today, she has flip-flopped the most on issues. Yet she has the gall to attack the others on the issue of experience and their stands.

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R. Travis US Virgin Islands — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 07:42:09 GMT

No matter what position that any of us take, our responses and our commentary should be clear thoughtful and intelligent. I have read many of these and found a lot of simple errors. How can we expect to be taken seriously when we show a total disregard for the basic skills of communication?
I, like most who have bothered to express thier views, wish for a positive change in our current government. We are the only ones who can make that happen. Let's do this in a dignified manner, with respect for all.

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Jean Thieme, Port Orchard, Washington — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 07:49:59 GMT

I was fascinated by the debate and the knowledge that each person had.

I must say that Obama really entrances me, and I think our country needs someone very NEW with a
completely creative and awe-inspiring outlook and attitude. And he has it.

I used to be for Hillary, but her attitude seemed arrogant tonight and caustic. She has indeed much experience, but it isn't what she says. She never held an office or was directly involved with politics when her husband was president. She did everything else but, but I don't think she has the experience she says.

She is a very competent woman and a fine person, too, but Bill may trip her up.

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Pete Stuart, Chevy Chase, Maryland — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 07:53:22 GMT

Senator Obama might gain enough delegates to be nominated. His inspiring, compassionate rhetoric reminds me of the hope our Democratic party had in nominee George McGovern and our enthusiasm for Howard Dean. Senator Obama is also unelectible and most likely, unacceptable, to the general electorate. American voters want to end divided goverment. The country was solidly behind our unified goverment on the afternoon of September 11. Bush/Cheney destroyed our resolve. They have sacrileged American ideals. That said, the next Democrat President has to another inspiring Roosevelt, independent courageous Truman, and war hero, divine Kennedy. Remember how easily John Kerry's war record was maliciously destructed. Fear, not faith or hope, may continue to be voters motivation. Remember, the majority of Americans still believe Iraq was connected to 9/11. Red State or Blue State (New York, CA.) voters will not have faith or trust electing a great Illinois Senator as protector-in-chief. I'm not certain that Clinton/Thatcher "Iron Lady" comparisons would overcome these endless weak-on-defense attacks. My neighbors, all Democrat party heavy contributers, have paused, even frozen their enthusiasm this weekend. It even feels, again, like the P.M. back in September 2001.

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Karen, NYC — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 08:00:31 GMT

There's no way in hell I'm voting for Hillary now. She showed her true color. However I would like to thank her for helping me make up my mind!

Go Obama!

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HELEN JOHNSON, WATERTOWN, MN. — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 08:01:48 GMT

OBAMA,OBAMA,OBAMA. ENOUGH ALREADY,HE ACTS LIKE A GLORIFIED NEW BOY ON THE BLOCK.IOWA CAME OUT BIG TIME WHEN OPHRA CAME TO HIS RESCUE. THEY CAME OUT TO SEE HER FOR FREE, CHEAP TICKET, AND OF COURSE ANY AND ALL CELEBRITIES ARE KNOW ALL, HEAR ALL, AND BE ALL WHEN CHOOSING A PRESIDENT. THEY HAD BETTER KEEP THEIR DAY JOBS. AS FOR EDWARDS, AND OBAMA GANGING UP ON HILLARY; MY WHAT BRAVE MEN(?) THEY ARE. HILLARY CAN HOLD HER OWN. THEY KEEP HARPING ON HLLARY VOTING FOR THE IRAG WAR, SO DID MANY OTHERS. SOME ARE REPUBLICANS. BUT I REMEMBER CLINTON MUCH LATER SAYING THE SAME AS SOME OTHERS SAY HAD THEY KNOWN IT WAS A FARCE THEY WOULD NOT HAVE VOTED. SO JUST WHEN ARE THESE SO CALLED INTELLEGENT MEN GOING TO GET OFF THAT DEAD HORSE? AND YES IT DOES HELP TO HAVE SOME EXPERIENCE TO MAKE CHANGES. BUSH HAD NO EXPERIENCE AND LOOK AT THE CHANGES HE MADE---!

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Don Bremner, Juneau, Alaska — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 08:10:42 GMT

Hillary Clinton is such a hypocrite! She attacks Senator Obama for working to fulfill a promise of a better future for America, attacking his message of hope for our children and grandchildren, yet, when we read every Inaugural Address of every President since George Washington's first Inaugural address on April 30, 1789 to Bill Clinton's first Inaugural address on Jan 20, 1993, each President used words like Hope, faith, sense & spirit, faith & honor, happiness, wisdom, virtues, courage & confidence, liberty & independence, and duty. The list goes on, and in 1993 at his first Inaugural Address Bill Clinton said, " This ceremony is held in the depth of winter. But, by the words we speak and faces we show the world, we force the spring." Maybe Hillary didn't listen to Bill in 1993? I believe Senator Obama has the experience, intelligence, personality, and character to back up his words with actions. That's what presidents do. He has the heart and mind to put together a strong team of leaders to back up his words. They are our words Hillary..and they should be yours.

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frederick Mugul — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 08:11:51 GMT

Most presidential?...looks or substance? accademic or political? Rhetoric or articulate?
Be specific!

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elaine carclay port st lucie fl — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 08:13:22 GMT

I just think it is a shame how people are putting Hillary down. She got mad tonight and i don't blame her, Obama has been attacking her from the beginning, he's acting like a little child, he needs to grow up.There is a picture on the internet with Obama, Hillary, Bill Richardson and Ruth Harkin standing during the national anthem, the article said he refused not only to put his hand on his heart during the pledge of allegiance, but refused to say the pledge, and you want this man for your president.
We have suffered enough with bush and now you want to suffer four years with a man who cannot even say IN GO WE TRUST.Go into your search engine and put in the truth about obama and start reading before you think about trusting this man.
As for Hillary supporting the war, a lot of people did at the time, bush lied to us all. he told us Saddam had massive weapons of destruction and she only thought she was doing the right thing at the time, when she found out the truth she was against the war, so don't blame her, blame bush for lying.
GO HILLARY GO

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Politicien, Indiana — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 08:15:07 GMT

Do not confuse experience with living in Washington. Thats what you Hillary folks do not understand. Obama has been in elected office longer than Hillary. The fact of the matter is that the change we are talking about is bigger than mere policy differences. Its the "hope" that the citizens of this country can once again believe in their government again. Can be proud of (or at least respect) the president regardless of their party identification. Do you seriously believe if Hillary becomes president the country will rally behind her? For the sake of the country she should remain in the Senate.
Do you seriously believe a person who lived in the White House for 8 years represents change? For one moment, please think about the two Bush presidencies. Albeit the relationship is different, Dubya shunned most of the advice and advisors of his father but kept those who his father shunned especially concerning Iraq. I do not need to mention names... Pres. Hillary's sole purpose would be to live up to Pres. Bill's presidency. Their "camps" can't even get along during the campaign for heaven's sake. Dubya, rightly (won reelection) or wrongly (Iraq) distanced himself from his father but they did not share a bed every night.

America, when you think about change remember that the status quo in Washington is constant bickering, corruption, and indifference. Hillary's experience will all but guarantee that the next 4+ years will be more of the same.

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stan harhut, Anchorage,Alaska — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 08:42:08 GMT

BS...TAKE ANOTHER LOAD AWAY. Obama's pIPE DREAM.

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Wayne, Rockville, Md — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 08:55:56 GMT

What has Hillary accomplished in the past 35 years? That must be a joke. How about making health care available to 7 thousand NH children, making sure our retiring National Guard has adequate health care coverage, or demanding that the Pentagon come up with an exit strategy from Iraq. Not to mention, no presidential candidate would be talking about national health care if Hillary had not take on that fight for all of us.

The real question Obama and Edwards supporters should ask themselves: what has my candidate done to warrant such an important position as President of the United States?

I can answer that, not a damn thing! That is, if you do not count saying “change” over and over again because you have NO accomplishments of your own.

They are both jokes. If democrats continue to nominate weak and inefficient candidates we deserve to go down in defeat.

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Peter, San Francisco, CA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 09:01:15 GMT

The forces of the old guard are so terrified of Obama, they are spinning like crazy. I'm wondering what it will take for them to remember what it was like to believe in something again, to believe that things can change. Maybe a victory in N.H. will do the trick. Obama for America!

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Miran/ Northrdge, CA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 09:06:53 GMT

I am appauled, were we all watching the same debate?
It was very clear Mrs. Clinton showed her true experience, stregnth and her capabilities of being the next president. She brought up some of her accomplishments, she faught for what she believed. She was passionate and to be truthful with you I am now sure she's the one! I can say yes to Hillary. She has the experience that our Country deserves. Obama truly was a bit unsteady and pretended he knew more than he does. Not presidential material..food for thought for the Republicans, they have started talking about this now!
Edwards, poor guy,he seemed angry and the tag team against Hillary was very suspicious. I can not believe anyone would vote for Obama only the youth because they have no clue the challenges that awaits our country that only an experience president will make the diference.!!! Hillary has the experience to make the change and bring our hopes to reality!

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MAC, McLean, VA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 09:09:15 GMT

Hillary looked pathetic; shrill, angry, exhausted, petty. What is this 35 years of experience she is alluding to? She was in a small town law firm with questionable ethics including a pendant for overcahrging its clients before she was First Lady. Her only elective office is her current job. By my reckoning she has been "working for you" for 7 years and has had an extra 4 years in the US senate {most of them spent raising money for her war chest and collecting political IOU's} compared with Obama. WHOOPI for her. I and many others are sick of her insulting our intelligence with these ridiculous distortions. People like Obama because he is authentic and sincere. Hillary doesn't get it. It's not about the packaging or the slickness of the message; it's about authenticity, stupid! GO OBAMA !!

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Iliadis — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 09:14:02 GMT

Hillary was the clear winner.
Obama has flipped flopped many times, we are in a wishful fantacy with Mr. Obama=Lets get down to earth people..It's the future of our Country!!a
Edwards Angry, mean, and self interest in showing the tag team with Obama..Was Obama in on it? or was hypacritical, becasue just a few hours ago Edwards was attacking Obama.
Richardson-experience would be a great VP
I can even consider Obama as VP to Hillary..But not ready to be president. Lets come down to earth and stop the wishful thinking. Lets get real! Hillary was the real winner because she has the experience!

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Min, Eugene, Oregon — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 09:39:06 GMT

I'm sorry I don't think Obama acted presidential at all. I was unimpressed. Senator Clinton has the strength and the experience to be our president. We don't need an amateur now!

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Heather, Dana Point CA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 09:48:09 GMT

Barack Obama was absolutely Presidential this evening. Clear, concise, non-combative, authoritative and subtantive. Hillary came off a bit strident, entitled and shrill. Edwards was smart to hitch his wagon to the Obama express. But did Barack necessarily WANT that? Does anyone have the audacity to ask Hillary what actual CHANGE she has created? It's easy to put Edwards down for his co-authored Patient Bill of Rights getting shot down in the House but I have yet to see any Hillary authored legislation come out of the Senate. When is someone going to remind her that Bill was the President for 8 years and while she was a formidible First Lady she wasn't ACTUALLY elected into the White House?

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Sam W., NH — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 09:55:10 GMT

Edwards and Obama are working to together to take Clinton Inc. down for the DFA. Since Edwards trails in NH they decided he would do the attacking to take numbers from Hillary. All Obama had to do was watch and that is pretty much what he did. In the Iowa Caucus there wasn't even enough chairs for all the Obama supporters as he turned out new voters, Republicans and Independents in numbers never before seen. He swept every voter segment, even women. It was nothing short of a movement. A few attacks from the crumbling Clinton campaign won't stop Obama. If the Dems want to win in Nov. Obama is their man.

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Amy — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 09:55:46 GMT

EMPTY. SUIT. He had no command of the issues at ALL. No experience. He's running on slogans, just like Bush did in 2004.

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Jonathan, Austin, TX — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 10:03:17 GMT

this is a joke. most presidential? from facebook? pfft. Im on FB and I dont take it for much. joke joke joke.

Give me substance over wall posts and LOL's any day of the week.

Edwards 08

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Jacques, Normal, IL — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 10:23:33 GMT

America don't miss your great rendez-vous with history by Obama. You'll never forget that as JFK never forgotten. Think and rethink about Barack votes.

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julianbook, NY, NY — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 10:48:08 GMT

This would be a good time for Hillary to drop out of the race, rather than continue to make a fool of herself. Look for her to get out of politics altogether after New Hampshire. Anybody have a job opening for a corrupt lawyer that shrieks?

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Jennifer, Los Angeles, California — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 10:56:21 GMT

Hillary Clinton is the only candidate who has provided any real substance on the issues. She was the clear winner of tonight's debate. I think that people are really overreacting about her "anger outburst." Her tone was a little harsh, but definitely justified by the tag team tactics of Obama and Edwards (which made them look like obnoxious fraternity brothers). While Obama is a good talker, this will only take him so far. Hillary is FAR more capable of undoing the destruction of the past 7 years than any other candidate.

GO HILLARY!!!!!

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Fired Up and Ready to Go, Hoptown, KY — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 11:07:43 GMT

For crying out loud, people! Experience does NOT equal time spent in a political office! If you go look at Obama's background, you'll see that he's had a great deal of organization and leadership duties.

Edwards keeps playing the blue-collar family card. Are we supposed to take up sympathy just because he's an example of a rags to riches story? He says he'll dismiss the lobbyists when he's in office? Aren't they kinda responsible for a portion of his campaign?

Obama hasn't accepted a DIME from PACs and lobbyists. He's the one that's really going to bring change and end all of this corruption at the Capitol.

And get off of the skewing polls garbage. Just because you go for another candidate, that makes you sound like a big whiner.

And Iowans: if your candidate didn't win the caucus, maybe you should have gone and caucused to help their cause.

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Gregorio , Ashland, Or. — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 11:34:47 GMT

Evidently some don't remember... But I was 22 when I watched Chicago go up in flames along with many other american cities the night of Dr. King's murder...
I remember the feeling of hopelessness to awake one June morning to hear thaat bobby Kennedy had been murdered in Calif... '68 - '08 40yrs for the dream to re-awaken
for the word to be made flesh... To quote J. Hendrix,
"If 6 turns 9 I don't mind." Power to Barak!!"

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k, libertyville, IL — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 11:46:06 GMT

Chuck Todd - you are political genius. Keep up the good work! Go Obama '08.

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Ned — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 11:49:28 GMT

Youth. Celebrity means so much to you. You are uninformed and dangerous. Did you like Gore? Well, if you did, then vote against Clinton at your peril. Same mistake this time around: Obama is Bush and Clinton is Gore. Inexperience vs. Experienced. Never mind REP v. DEM. Clinton HAS reached across the isle - Senate membership will confimr this. Obama has done nothing. Here comes Obama/Edwards. The deal has been made. You will rue your future if you go for them. She will protect you.

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GK Cortland NY — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 11:56:11 GMT

Domenico Montanaro? What is that?

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Mike Frazier — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 12:08:14 GMT

"It is interesting how Edwards took on Clinton, while Obama stays clean and just sits their like a rock. Has a deal been made?"

That's exactly what I thought as I watched it.

I was amazed that people have fallen for the "change" mantra, until I remembered that many people prefer their preconceived ideas to facts, style to substance, illusions to reality. They don't think in terms of consequences; they only know what they want at the moment.

Obama's not qualitatively different from any other politician. He's not a Messiah. They all preach "change," but what they don't tell you -- and what you forget -- is that they can't change anything without cooperation from the entrenched powers in Washington. Obama won't get very far charging up the hill with lance and armor; he's going to have to compromise, cut deals, etc. He's going to have to "work with" the special interests if he wants to have an effective presidency.

And this is exactly what Hillary is eminently qualified to do. Obama is like a Miss America contestant ("If I could have one wish granted, I would wish for World Peace!"). Hillary doesn't wish, and she doesn't hope. She works.

All you Obamaniacs are doing your best to put Miss Illinois in the White House. If you're successful, you ain't gonna like what you get.

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Natalie, Pomona, CA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 12:21:01 GMT

Facebook is about the most unreliable poll one could reference. Facebook is filled with teenagers star-struck by Obama's celebrity status. He dances to rock music with Oprah at his events and yet can't rebut Hillary's NUMEROUS points on all the issues he has flip-flopped.

Hillary certainly won this debate by seeming the most presidential and sticking to the ISSUES. We are electing a President, not a high school prom queen; he/she does not have to be the most hip kid in the class.

My respect for Obama had been gaining but this debate just shut that down. If he had even attempted to show his agenda or point to areas of his record to prove he could create change then he might not have looked as timid as he did today.

The republicans would absolutely tear him to shreds, much like they were doing in their own debate (to which Obama failed to respond!).

I can understand Hillary's frustration; the Media often hypes celebrity-status and insignificant fights rather than the issues. I would bet over half the people who watched the debate (and even more than half that currently support Obama) did not realize he flip-flopped on issues of the Patriot Act, Iraq funding, and healthcare plans (about all four of them he's had so far); not to mention his vote for the Oil companies and Cheney's energy bill.

Where exactly has he made change so far Obama supporters (in his three looong years)? I think Hillary has made a fair point to the voters, words are not actions.

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Hollie Haupt — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 12:22:28 GMT

Do you think once, we could have candidate's tell us what they will do instead of how awful the other one is. By the time the election get's here they have torn down the other candidate so bad, why would we want any of them to run the country.

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Dr. Ivan — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 12:22:41 GMT

One thing I noticed is that all the candidates looked tired when they were not on main camera. Both Clinton & Obama had a hoarseness in their voices,

Clinton's flare-ups as I would call them were bothersome to me and increased her non-likeability.

Obama seemed the most Presidential to me and will have my vote.

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Tom Slonaker, Keswick, Va — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 12:36:31 GMT

Considering the message and the platform, it would be more appropriate to say that Obama won the contest to appear more czar-like than presidential.

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Marion, Naples, Fl. — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 12:41:57 GMT

Yeah for those who researched
BILL RICHARDSON and realized he is the potential for change. He will bring the troops home & his positions on
illegal aliens and women's rights & nuclear weapons are
well thought out and right on.
why do we not advocate him?
He may be overweight but there is nothing wrong with his brain or his values. He
deserves to be listened to..
The senator from N.M has
common sense values &
intelligent conclusions.
Bill Richardson for President!
Check him out.

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Rajesh NEUPANE, Kigali, Rwanda — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 12:42:34 GMT

I don't agree with the comment made by some people that Ms. Clinton is best candidate for the president.
I must say that she will bring the old stuff in a new basket. We need some one who is new with new ideas to put forth and act on it.
Not only Americans, but, whole world wants that US should do something new to stop terrorism and promote economy of the world.
With the Linton dogma I don't think that will achieve the wishes of majority of the world.
I prefer Obama to any other candidates of this time.
I don’t go to Democrats or to Republican. I haven’t seen any competitive candidate who could surpass the quality of Obama.

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Jim, Exeter, NH — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 13:33:21 GMT

Plant a tree; do a neighbor a favor; sacrifice something of your own to make a difference; Only if "we" change, will there be a difference. I prefer any one of the Democrats over the Republican fear-mongers.

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Lynn R. , Fairfield, Ia — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 13:35:31 GMT

John Edwards is sincere in securing borders, keeping and getting jobs back into this country, and bringing our troops home. Edwards Will Be A Strong Presient! Hillary would be my second choice. Obama, is just a smooth talker, who has done nothing for his own state of Illinois. Otherwise, I will seriously consider voting Republican. Unless it is Romney, and then it would be who is the lesser of the two evils.

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Isabella von Memmingen, Chattanooga, TN — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 13:44:37 GMT

Do your homework! In investing it's called 'due diligence.'Keep the queen of nasty, married to the king of nasty, FAR AWAY from 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue!!! This nation has been humiliated enough by their scandal and baggage!!! Nasty and negative, a harpie, attacking like a junkyard dog.

Experience... defending a public womanizer over the years? Plenty of anger to stomach and spew!!! NO POISE UNDER PRESSURE!!! NOTHING LESS PRESIDENTIAL than resorting to ugly, glaring looks, negative comments, raised voice. Those probably come second nature after all these years. Consider the source.

Senator Obama is reflective and thoughtful, a sign of strength, not weakness. Abraham Lincoln was a great thinker and orator. Both he and President Kennedy spoke eloquently and shared the ability to inspire the nation. Senator Obama shares this quality with both presidents. Senator Obama has strategy. Strategy is critical to military AND political campaigns. And he has wisdom. A wise military strategist DOESN'T spill the beans. He knows when to make appropriate remarks, and when to remain silent. (Thank you, General Petraeus!) Given the media penchant for bias and creating collateral damage, the less said, the wiser. Senator Obama has demonstrated his natural ease and skillfulness in acquiring an ally, former Senator John Edwards, although he is a rival, right before our eyes on national television!!! While remaining most presidential in demeanor!!! These candidates unified and spoke to some common goals.

HRC ISOLATED HERSELF. (Couldn't even carry the women's vote in Iowa.) She isolates. She's done. Do your homework and vote intelligently, independent of party ties!!! I'm a MarineMom with a son who redeploys to Iraq, unless greater miracles happen. I'm also an ObamaMama!!!

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Walt, Franklin, TN — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 13:51:23 GMT

Extremely weird -- Facebook? What were they thinking?

One thing is for sure, no matter who you like, Edwards, Obama, and Clinton could all be President. Can't say the same for the Republicans after watching all 4 hours of the debates last night. Talk about bringing on the "B" team...

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R. T. Smith, NH — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 13:52:33 GMT

Republicans want an inexperienced person to be the Democratic candidate so they can win the white house again and continue with the current path we are on. Republicans are even voting for Obama during the primaries to ensure that happens. Obama is very likeable but won't win much less survive a national election against a republican candidate. Once a president is elected there are no more cheer leading sessions. I do get how popular and inspiring Obama really is, but unfortunately it will take much more than that to make change happen.

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Moorfield, Joe - Caribbean. — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 13:57:33 GMT

the world no longer accepts leaders who talks down to them, but will listen to a leader of a strong nation who is calm and articulate, in so doing he will make correct decisions. Mr. Obama is the one imbued with that quality. He will return the respect for the USA.

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Deborah Karamanol — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 14:00:44 GMT

I would like to know exactly what Sen. Clinton means when she speaks about her 35 years of experience? She was First Lady of Arkansas and First Lady of the US, had a failed healthcare policy and voted for the Iraq war. She seems to have had 35 years to acutally accomplish something, what did she actually accomplish? First Lady does not qualify her to be Commander in Chief.

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Don Delisi, Des Moines Iowa — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 14:15:23 GMT

Now think for a moment, do the american people really want the "Clintons" back in the White House? It's time for a change,someone thats not be corrupted by washington, It's time for Obama!

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rusty, Tulsa, OK — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 14:18:03 GMT

Hey Chuck.. How long have you, Matthews and Fineman been on Obama's payroll?

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Anselm, Castries, Saint Lucia — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 14:28:04 GMT

I think Obama will be the next President of the United States. He will have to deal with the al- Qaida's terrorist network when he becomes President. So in 2008/2009 it may well be OBAMA vs OSAMA (bin Laden)!

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David Rigo, Pittsburh, PA. — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 14:34:04 GMT

I see this(Obama's) "agent of change" thing as a nice, commercial soundbite that, much like a piece of my mom's apple pie, makes me feel warm all over. I see Edward's pleas for his passion as another example of something that feels good and warm and well... But,if I really had to choose a person to lead the country, I would want the person who understands that machine the best to do this. Would you go to a heart surgeon because he gave you "hope" in your first consult or would you go to the one you know has been in that arena the most, suffered at the hands of others and is still standing(and by the way prresenting herself as being incredibly articulate as well as intelligent)? Don't be swayed me demagogues.

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Melissa, Point Pleasant, WV — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 14:42:52 GMT

Look Hillary boasted of a 35-yr track record of making change...American people obviously think otherwise because we are fed up with how things are and have been during her 35yrs of "making change." If in the 35yrs that she has been at work we still don't have the conditions we desire in America...then I say, "Let her 35yrs of 'experience' speak for itself." I'm rootin' for Obama!

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Huge Barack Supporter, Vinton, Iowa — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 15:26:00 GMT

GO BARACK OBAMA. The only candiate in last nights debate that displayed calm rational, thought before he spoke, did not attack, did not say we hurt his feelings and bat his eyelashes. Please Hillary, go home, you have lost the race.

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Norm Dutchess county NY — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 15:27:59 GMT

last night debate in New Hampshire was not at all surprising. Obama was himself reassuring, gave us his point of view on issuses. Edwards eas by far the most passionate and gave put his heart out on a platter to be turn apart. no one dared.Clinton was her old self saying what we want to hear but no back up with it. How she will do and what the cost are. She actually sonded like Bush when she talked about Pakistand. And she referred to bill clinton accomplishments but what part did she have to play in it. As some on already said bush-clinton-bush-Obama will be real change.

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Bill, St George, UT — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 15:36:12 GMT

The Clinton Machine is becoming desperate. At this point in time Hillary will do and say anything to get votes, for me this is obvious, to many it may not be. I believe Obama and Edwards will follow through with their promises, Hillary's past performance in this election campaign reflects a credibility problem, I do not believe or trust Hillary and believe Edwards is correct when he says if Hillary is elected there will be little change in our government policies (Status Quo). Don't be fooled by her change in campaign tactics, Bill and Hillary are pros at this, they don't call him "slick Willy" for nothing.

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i Minnesota — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 15:48:02 GMT

Hillary consistantly provides the most insight. Edwards repetition about Natalie who didn't get the liver transplant and "corporate greed" are tired. Obama is currently a media golden child who is not getting the scrutiny other candidates receive. I still feel he talks in platitudes and vague optimism. It's what people want to hear but if one carefully listens to the candidates, Clinton is clearly the best. But if people want to have a beer with their candidate, go for popularity.

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John Alexander,Edinboro,PA — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 15:51:13 GMT

I think we are about to see a great election that will change america for the better. After watching the two parties last night I can see why the repubs are worried.
Their boys looked like they were high school debaters, interupting each other making weak jokes, and making no real points as to why they should be the nominee.
While they continue to try to prove that they are the 'true conservative', dems will talk issues.
YEHAH we got us an election to win.
Thanks George Bush for making change so easy.

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janet C — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 15:55:16 GMT

I am all about change but I need to hear or see something in the planning process that will show how Obama will resolve the health crisis how will we get though the mortgage mess whats the plan for ending the war in Iraq?you can have change but you do need experience as well.Also I didnt see any Black folks in Iowa.It was like watching the Oprah show not many of US in attendance.You can tell I am not an Obama fan and I can definitely live without Oprah.Hillary is my choice but I could live with John Edwards if need be.

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Gabriel otuonye, Tallahassee, Florida — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 16:06:25 GMT

Obama is the kind of new breed politician we need, his message for change and hope is very captivating for all, especially the youths who have almost lost hope with social security, health care,and education relief. Forget the experience, no president ever had prvious experience of presidency before becoming one.

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arthur fleming, wenatchee, washington. — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 16:08:35 GMT

i only wish it was manditory for every american to vote. then we would see true democracy.

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Chris, Washington D.C. — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 16:36:40 GMT

Hillary appeared to believe that this nomination is hers by divine right and she is coming across as livid and incensed that someone may prevent that.
She also seems to be livid that after basing hers and Bill's entire careers on civil rights and being good to the underprivileged (such as Blacks) as soon as she decides to run, a real one is also in the race and he is a young outsider with dreams for a better America (just like they were when they began). Obama is very much like the Clintons when they began, including the fact that the establishment attacked them for being outsiders, but they gave hope.
The Clinton machine doesn't know how to fight that, so they are reverting to using the same tactics that were used against them when they began.
Obama has understood that before change can be made, people must believe in it and at the base of that belief must be hope. As Hillary herself learned the hard way with her health plan when she was first lady, you can have the best plan in the world, but if people dare not hope that it can come to fruition, they will shrink away against their own best interest instead of fighting for it with you.
Obama can take America forward. But America itself has to dare to hope.

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Raheem Hetherington, Charlotte, N.C. — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 18:21:49 GMT

It all boils down to one thing for me in this election. A new approach. You get that with Obama and Edwards. If Hillary is such a pro with here access to the political monster that is Washing power, you would think the country would not be in this sad state of affairs. Fact is she is just another good ole boy in here political efforts. Get money, play the game blah, blah time to go I would rather take a chance on a new opportunity for great leadership.

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Chris, Charleston, SC — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 20:58:48 GMT

Change was Osama's originally? I don't think so. Obama has taken so much from the Edwards campaign it is sickening.

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okello — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 22:11:07 GMT

Hillary is cold hearted,judgemental, and mean spirited. she's trying to fit in ....she can have all the experience in world but without people skills,great judgement and humility she can never be a president OBAMA is to become God-willing!!!

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Valie — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 22:19:25 GMT

Edwards cares the most about all Americans. Edwards is the most passionate about helping all Americans-especially those who can't help themselves or speak up for themselves, and Edwards has the very best chance to beat ANY of the Republicans. In poll after poll after poll he is WAY ahead when running against any of them. So why do we want one of the other candidates who WON'T be able to do this? I think most of America is still drinking the corrupt REPUBLICAN kool aide of the last 7 years with BUSH
Oh God how I want this to end.
We nned EDWARDS as our President and if there is going to be any HOPE to save this country. That was his theme from the election with Kerry. no one seems to remember anything anymore. Is everybody on drugs or what???? Edards said " HOPE IS ON THE WAY "
I still have a towel with that slogan on it from one of the rally's here in Portland Oregon.

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JOHN GAGE ST. LOUIS MO — Sun, 06 Jan 2008 23:22:42 GMT

ITS GREAT FOR HILLARY TO SNAP BACK, BETWEEN THE MEDIA AND THE PHONY CANIDATES SHE FIGHTING A UPHILL BATTLE. AND THE NUMBERS VOTE FOR HER OTHER CANADATES ARE THE SAME BUNCH WHO PUT BUSH IN OFFICE, AT LEAST HILLARY AND HER HUSBANDS ADMINISTRATION GET THE BOOKS BAL.

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REEVES AFFUL — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 10:07:57 GMT

Mrs. clinton is great but OBAMA will surely bring change, we dont like the kind of hangers-on around the white house who does not really understand the new age stuff, there must be revolution and not evolution within the corridors of power so that we dont repeat the BUSHES.

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REEVES AFFUL ...... queens alabama — Wed, 30 Jan 2008 10:12:33 GMT