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June Peterson, NY — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:28:09 GMT

At least Hillary has a solid lead in the national polls, right?

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Nashville_fan — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:33:24 GMT

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Dante — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:40:39 GMT

Clinton is really grasping at straws! It is ridiculous! What is she expecting voters to say, "OH GEESH I WILL NOT VOTE FOR HIM BECAUSE HIS CAMPAIGNED ACCIDENTLY CALLED A COUPLE OF PEOPLE ON THE DO NOT CALL LIST"

Be realistic!!!

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Dante — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:40:39 GMT

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Paul, Washington DC — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:44:28 GMT

After her witchy moment Saturday night, I wonder why she truly is running for office. Really, why?

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Tim Thomas, Portland, OR — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:44:35 GMT

To June:

To answer your question, not for long. When Hillary loses New Hampshire, her second consecutive drubbing, her national numbers will head south fast. As Victor Hugo wrote, 'There is nothing more powerful than an idea whose time has come.'

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Bob Allen, Canton Ohio — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:46:57 GMT

Note to the Clinton campaign - - - QUIT WHINING!!

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P.D. — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:50:12 GMT

Hillary and her staffers are going to need stiff drink before this is all over. The fact that she supported the war and has offered no apology has hurt her. The reason Obama is so appealing is that he is smart, intellegent and NEW. His candor and speeches make him ideal in the eyes of many people, mainly the younger generation and Independants. The Republicans seem like the same old same old. I think it rather funny how the Replulican now added change to their campaign slogans.

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reality bites — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:52:57 GMT

The truth is when all this is over, Obama wins and the real person running the campaign will be exposed. We all know by then it will be too late. Judging the posts we see, they have everything their way planed well.

So far for now, Obama did not win. Media won.

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jerry/corpus christi texas — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:53:54 GMT

Hillary sure got quiet after she tried to attack Obama on Saturday night and got slapped down by John Edwards.

Acting like a spoiled brat to start the second half of the debate Saturday night did nothing for her chances either. Did you see that pout????? Reminded me of my 5 year old when i told him we are not going to the video store.

All the world needs to see that pout and wonder if Hillary is up to the task of being President.

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Julie Ruiz, Dallas Texas — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:54:06 GMT

Someone on the Do Not Call list got a call from the Obama campaign, and that is what the Clinton campaign is talking about? OMG, lets have Congressional investigations, trials, and impeachments!! This country has completely gone to hell in a handbasket.

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Richard, Clarksburg, WV — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:54:43 GMT

Since there is no "national primary" Senator Clinton's supposed lead in the national polls means nothing. I agree with Nashville fan, if the junior senator from New York has all that experience I would hope that she can give some (after 35 years I would hope for at least 10) REAL examples of things that she has done (her husband's record doesn't count).

That said, Senator Obama doesn't appear to have done anything illigal with the phone calls so she (Senator Clinton) needs to quit whining about it.

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Melissa, Minneapolis, Minnesota — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:57:10 GMT

What is Obama's record? He doesn't really discuss it.

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CitizenJ — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 14:59:34 GMT

Someone on a Do Not Call List got a call from the Obama campaign. Is this supposed to change people's vote? Or does it make Senator Clinton's campaign look petty?

Here is a thought - instead of focusing on Senator Obama's faults, Senator Clinton should focus on her strengths. One tip: Quit saying you have 35 years of making change if you only have 2 examples.

Nashville_fan (Sent Monday, January 07, 2008 9:33 AM)

Since it actually ISN'T against state law to make these calls in a "presidential preference primary", it looks like 1) Clinton is grasping for anything she can, and/or 2) Clinton either does not know the law, or is trying to take advantage of people who don't by only letting people know about the part of the law that makes Obama sound bad. Either way, I don't think voters will buy it.

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sHIRLEY mETCALF Lowell Ar. — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:12:36 GMT

IT'S THE DECIDERS
not the people, IT'S THE MEDIA-STUPID!!! who chooses the president in our country. We are just like cattle heading for the slaughter houses. I have seen the t.v. shows, the right wing radio shows and the blogs push and prod us in the direction they want us to go. I don't understand why they have chosen Barack Obama, instead of Hillary Clinton. Too me there should not even be a question about who would be the best president for America. She is just so knowledgeable about every subject, every leader of every country, all the problems facing our country, from Iraq to health care to the mortgage crisis and now a looming recession.
WAKE UP PEOPLE
The media is leading us down the primrose path with a young attractive candidate who gives pretty speeches, but I am quite sure lacks the abundance of knowledge that Senator Clinton obviously has.
Don't you think Senator Obama would make a great ambassador.
DUNCAN HUNTER,certainly not a favorite of mine, but he made a great appearance on the mornin Jo show. Chriss Mathew's was puffing on and on about how great Obama was when in walked D. Hunter. He informed Mr. Mathew's that he had recieved one delegate, and just wanted that fact known. CHRISS M. really showed himself to be the smart alec jerk he usually is. He sat ther and pouted like a little boy not getting the attention he thought he was due. IT WAS VERY FUNNY!!!
Speaking of delegates, Hillary only has one less than Obama, and one more than Edwards. Who (by the way)is as phoney as a three dollar bill.
SPEAKING OF BILL,
why is it alright for Michelle Obama to say she can't turn her husband white, but President Clinton gets laughed at by the media for saying he can't turn his wife into a man?
THE FIX IS IN PEOPLE.
TRY TO MAKE UP YOUR MINDS BASED ON TRUTH AND NOT ALL
THE TALKING HEADS THAT LEAD US WHERE THEY WANT US.
EVEN MY LONG TIME HERO HAS DONE IT, TIM PUSSERT. I AM SO DISAPPOINTED.

Thanks for readin this
VOTE CAREFULLY
SHIRLEY

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Melissa, Mpls,MN — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:12:53 GMT

It seems to me men are doing the whining, for shame didn't your mother raise you better?.

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Gary Schear, Bozeman Montana — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:14:37 GMT

...People get ready
For the train to jordan
Picking up passengers
From coast to coast
Faith is the key
Open the doors and board them
Theres room for all
Among the loved the most...
Curtis Mayfield

Gobama

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Dante — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:15:17 GMT

What is Obama's record? He doesn't really discuss it.
Melissa, Minneapolis, Minnesota (Sent Monday, January 07, 2008 9:57 AM)

Are you serious? That is spoken like a person who has never listened to any of his speeches or never bothered to peruse his website. So for your convenience, I will list this site for you to visit, knowing full well that you can lead a horse to water but you can't make them drink.

www.barackobama.com

(If anything is unclear feel free to ask, one thing good about Obama supporters, we know his stance on the issues)

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Doug Easterly, Cherry Hill, NJ — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:18:02 GMT

God, its ridiculous if the Clinton folks are yapping about a robocall mistake! And one person! I mean can you image her response if it was the other way around: "And I can't believe Senator Obama's folks are stooping so low to conjure up an issue - they're desperate!" Clinton is sinking fast - she is on the verge of a double digit NH blowout - her national numbers will sink after this loss.

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Laurie Smith, Greenwich, CT — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:19:43 GMT

This is what a Clinton race and Presidency would look like, a bunch of petty nonsense. If she is still ahead in the national polls, hopefully that will end soon. This country NEEDS Obama, a new era for America is possible! I am a former Republican, now unaffiliated who has never voted anything but Republican in a Presidential race. I am on my way to town hall to change my registration to Democrat so that I can support Obama in the Connecticut primary on February 5th

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jerry/corpus christi texas — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:27:13 GMT

It seems to me men are doing the whining, for shame didn't your mother raise you better?.

Melissa, Mpls,MN (Sent Monday, January 07, 2008 10:12 AM)

After seeing Hillary and that pout Saturday night, i think your argument is pretty weak Melissa.....

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Melissa, Mpls, MN — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:28:21 GMT

Please I have listened and I still don't get it.
What is his record please.

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M. Davis, New Hampshire — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:28:29 GMT

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JJ Jax, FL — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:31:19 GMT

The reason why Hillary is losing this battle is because Obama's message is more attractive and inspiring than hers. While she says 'let make America as good as it was in the 'good ole days', Obama askes Americans to make 'America better than it has ever been'. This is a new era and Hillary needs to stop living in the past.

P.S. Hillary-lovers please don't gimmie that crap about how 'she is not losing since she's leading in the national polls'. Richard from Clarksburg is right, there is no 'national primary'.

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Deb, TX — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:31:29 GMT

What I see is that people are choosing to follow a leader. Key characteristic differences between the two of late: Clinton doesn't take responsibility, leaders do; Leaders inspire; Leaders have a consistent message; Leaders are inclusive and build consensus. Obama seems to be leading more than Clinton. I hear from people who were fervent, partisan Republicans who are simply tired of the battles between politicians and are looking for someone to lead us out of the mess we're in and into a better future.

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michael, clifton, nj — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:34:52 GMT

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JG Fraser, Columbia, SC — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:38:43 GMT

This is campaign is reaching its 'where's the beef' moment. Obama's pretty and makes a great emotional speech, it comes to policies and specifics about what direction his changes would take, he's short on substance. However, if you read the policy positions he has posted, he is not afraid to steal from everyone: he stole Edwards' health care plan, is leaning toward Biden's Iraq withdrawl plan - has NO plan for the economy or any indication of whose advice he is relying on. So it's time to ask the 1984 question - Where's the beef?!

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KING OF SMEAR — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:40:12 GMT

NEW HAMPSHIRE PEOPLE ARE TRULY PHONIES AND HAVE NO MORALS, LOOK HOW MANY SUPPORT HILLARY, AND 10 PER CENT TO GULLANI. MUST ALSO BE LOTS OF ANTI CHRIST ALSO, OF COURSE WHAT DO YOU EXPECT FROM A STATE THAT WON'T PROSECUTE CHILD MOLESTERS

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Melissa, Mpls, MN — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:44:57 GMT

Please she held her ground, she unlike Obama didn't not need anyone else to fight her battle.

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jerry/corpus christi texas — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:51:20 GMT

http://projects.washingtonpost.com/congress/members/o000167/key-votes/

This is the link to key votes for Barack Obama in the United States Senate Melissa. He voted just about down the line with his fellow democrats.....

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Leslie, Lawrenceburg, Indiana — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:51:28 GMT

JG Fraser of Columbia, SC asks, "Where's the beef?"

John Edwards is the beef. Edwards is the only candidate with clearly defined workable plans. Edwards is the best choice for this country. I'm tired of hearing about Obama and Clinton and I wish the national media would give Edwards the coverage he deserves.

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Nashville_fan — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:55:06 GMT

JG Fraser, Columbia, SC wrote:

"However, if you read the policy positions he has posted, he is not afraid to steal from everyone: he stole Edwards' health care plan, is leaning toward Biden's Iraq withdrawl plan - has NO plan for the economy or any indication of whose advice he is relying on."

Dude, it's not called "stealing". It's called, using good ideas (and he didn't "steal" Edwards healthcare plan). This is something that is necessary to "govern". (Apparently, people have become so used to "my way or the highway" thinking, that working with others is not appealing anymore.)

You can find his advisors and plans on his website, just a short Google search away.

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equal time - both good and bad — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 15:59:37 GMT

Dream Team: Barack Obama and Colin Powell
Who could argue with that?

Now, I'm not necessasrily defending Hillary, but there IS truth to the fact that EVERY little thing she or her people do is torn apart and scrutinized under a microscope that doesn't exist for any other candidate on either side and ESPECIALLY for Obama, who's been treated to rock star status from everyone since his announcements.

The phone call dispute is petty and stupid, but if Mark Penn was responsible for it, it would be front page news and that's the truth

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jerry/corpus christi texas — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 16:02:13 GMT

Please she held her ground, she unlike Obama didn't not need anyone else to fight her battle.

Melissa, Mpls, MN (Sent Monday, January 07, 2008 10:44 AM)

Considering Dodd and Biden were always there to help defend her in the past debates, she looked like a little girl who had her favorite doll taken away from her when she went at it stone alone with Obama. Edwards was just waiting for her to step into it and boy did she!

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Margaret Chiusano — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 16:06:53 GMT

THIS E-MAIL IS BEING CIRCULATED ABOUT OBAMA... IS ANY OF IT FACT???
> I don't care about what "party" this man belongs to but if any or all of
> the following is true, it is rather frightening....we do have one man
> from Minn. or Michigan that was sworn in on the Koran, one or was it two
> years ago. Agree or disagree is Ok with me, but we need to be alert
> don't you think?
>
> We checked this out on "_snopes.com_(http://snopes.com/)". It is factual.
> Check for yourself.
>
> Who is Barack Obama?
>
> Probable U. S. presidential candidate, Barack Hussein Obama was born in
> Honolulu, Hawaii, to Barack Hussein Obama, Sr., a black MUSLIM from
> Nyangoma-Kogel , Kenya and Ann Dunham, a white ATHIEST from Wichita,
> Kansas. Obama's parents met at the University of Hawaii. When Obama
> was two years old, his parents divorced. His father returned to Kenya.
> His mother then married Lolo Soetoro, a RADICAL Muslim from Indonesia.
> When Obama was 6 years old, the family relocated to Indonesia. Obama
> attended a MUSLIM school in Jakarta . He also spent two years in a
> Catholic school.
>
> Obama takes great care to conceal the fact that he is a Muslim. He is
> quick to point out that, "He was once a Muslim, but that he also attended
> Catholic school."
>
> Obama's political handlers are attempting to make it appear that that he
> is not a radical.
>
> Obama's introduction to Islam came via his father, and that this influenc
> e was tempora ry at best. In reality, the senior Obama returned to Kenya
> soon after the divorce, and never again had any direct
> influence over his son's education.
>
> Lolo Soetoro, the second husband of Obama's mother, Ann Dunham,
> introduced his stepson to Islam. Obama was enrolled in a Wahabi school
> in Jakarta
>
> Wahabism is the RADICAL teaching that is followed by the Muslim
> terrorists who are now waging Ji had against the western world. Since
> it is politically expedient to be a CHRISTIAN when seeking major public
> office in the United States , Barack Hussein Obama has joined the
> United Church of Christ in an attempt to downplay his Muslim
> background. ALSO, keep in mind that when he was sworn into office he
> DID NOT use the Holy Bible, but instead the Koran.
>
> Barack Hussein Obama will NOT recite the Pledge of Allegience nor will he
> show any reverence for our flag. While others place their hands over
> their hearts, Obama turns his back to the flag and slouches.
>
> Let us all remain alert concerning Obama's expected presidential
> candidacy.
>
> The Muslims have said they plan on destroying the US from the inside
> out, what better way to start than at the highest level - through the
> President of the United States, one of their own!!!!
>
> Please forward to everyone you know. Would you want this man leading our
> country?

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Byron Edberg, NY NY — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 16:08:47 GMT

[This is the link to key votes for Barack Obama in the United States Senate Melissa. He voted just about down the line with his fellow democrats....]

If you are looking for differences in ideology between the Democratic candidates, you are not going to find any. The remaining three are all dyed-in-the-wool left-wing moon-bats. It is funny to watch them "debate" each other on how each of their plans for the war, health care, the economy, whatever, is different from each others. There is no difference. The War - get out now. Health Care - completely run by the federal government, The Economy - tax, tax, and more tax. Illegal Immigration - let 'em all in. There is no difference between any of them.

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Dot, Illinois — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 16:15:25 GMT

I agree with those who think our country's caucus/primary systems needs to be re-examined. When the results of two states can be enough to pretty much determine who the nominees in each party will be, that just doesn't seem right. What about the votes of those in the other 48 states? I am still not convinced that a national primary wouldn't be better.

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Paul Miller, Woodbridge, VA — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 16:16:01 GMT

Where's the beef? The question only amplifies the fact that many Clinton supporters don't get what's happening. I guess they'll be scratching their heads again wondering "why" sometime tomorrow night.

The rest of us - we know exactly what the change talk is about. And its also likely that the Clinton campaign won't get it, and therefore will continue its slide in the polls.

The Republicans get it. Listen to the change in rhetoric from some of their campaigns, about climbing out of the partisan food-fight trenches. Its funny how the "most gifted person of our generation" isn't grasping a very simple concept.

I suspect everyone who supported Clinton's campaign because they saw this as a way to stick it to the other side might never get it.

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Doc frederic — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 16:17:05 GMT

Clinton's face has been around a while, can't you tell? Obama is new, brash, overbearing. But it will all come down to the final bell, when McCain wins the White House.

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Willa Madison, Hallandale Beach, FL — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 16:17:53 GMT

Sarah from VA reminded readers yesterday (January 6) that every winner of the Iowa caucus since the '70s, beginning with Jimmy Carter, was later nominated for the presidency. Apparently, she overlooked the facts of her own report - that no winner of the Iowa caucus SINCE Carter had actually won the presidency. Hopefully, that pattern will be repeated this time around.

If the misogynists out there don't quit beating up on Hillary Clinton, they're going to find voters rising to her rescue, just like Americans are prone to do when they see a bully standing over an intended victim. In her case, I doubt she needs much help because she's been a fighter ever since she decided as a college student (or maybe even before) to become involved in public service. People complain that she's not friendly; well, as any supervisor can tell you, it takes a heck of a lot more effort to be a good manager than baking cookies for your staff.

It's strange, I think, that with all the things that America is admired for, things that make people want to come to this country even at a risk to their lives, we are still on a Dark Ages level when it comes to accepting a woman as president. Fear is what it is, fear from the misogynists. Back 60 years ago, Franklin Delano Roosevelt said it best: The only thing we have to fear is fear itself.

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norb jackson michigan — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 16:51:38 GMT

Reality is that Obama wins and Hillary looses. When you look at all the money that's spent.........it sure is depressing. She should quit the campaign and donate the money to the poor.

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Scott, Pompano Beach, FL — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 17:09:00 GMT

As a Ron Paul supporter I could not vote for Hillary but hypothetically if Dr. Paul was't the Republican or independent nomanee I could vote for Obama over warlords McCain, Romney, Huckabee or Rudy.

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Wishful thinking — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 17:23:10 GMT

Dream Team: Barack Obama and Colin Powell
Change and experience in a broad-based, non-partisan package

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MNPundit — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 17:28:24 GMT

Re the RoboCalls: this is pretty dicey because of the republican illegality there in the 2004 General. But as long as Obama's firm stops robocalling the wrong people today it shouldn't be too much trouble--and it would be more likely this is a mistake.

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Tom — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 17:33:16 GMT

Do not call lists only apply to commercial telemarketing. Just thought I would throw that fact in there.

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Mike Frazier — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 17:47:59 GMT

"The head staffer for Obama went on to say that she hopes everyone starts drinking the Obama elixir. Do the Obama people think the American people are stupid?"

Yes. And they seem to be proving it.

"No wonder Obama continues to refuse to answer questions at his campaign stops, and just talks to the people."

That's the scariest thing about the prospect of this man becoming President. It would be one thing if he had a serious disagreement with Hillary's approach; but he's simply ignorant, and America can't afford an ignorant man at the helm, no matter how inspiring he is.

If he were responsible, he would use that power to inspire to promote someone who *can* lead and protect our country, rather than to promote himself.

Lord, what fools these mortals be.

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independents for change — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 17:48:16 GMT

to those who follow fox news. be careful of fox news conservative talk points and lies. it has been reported today that the attack dogs have been called out to go after obama with any thing that the public will swallow. they are to even go after his wife. family should be off limits. rush limbaugh has already made a racial statement.

the republicans life line is to keep us locked into bush style and partisan style politics. they must stop the democrats before the get to the general. watch where the independent vote lands. it will not be denied. very little independent votes will go to the republicans in this primary.

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tatiana of american samoa — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 17:58:36 GMT

it seems all comments are favoring obama. is the obama camp flooding the system? where's the beef, obama supporters? the truth will prevail..he does not have the experience, period. for all the women who does not support or listen to hillary's message, you are doing a disservice to your children and this country. WE NEED A WOMAN LIKE HILLARY TO TAKE THIS COUNTRY BACK TO RIGHT PATH FROM IT'S WORST/NIGHTMARISH ALMOST 8 YEARS WITH CURRENT ADMIN. do not waste your time being sugar coated by obama and the media/oprah owned, think clearly, think with your head and heart and asked yourself, am i really going to support freshman(think bush)or, get a woman with hillary's guts to lead this country.obama may be electable, but not in this lifetime especially with the current situation our country is in.
tatiana

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Laurie Smith — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 17:58:48 GMT

I'm guessing you don't have a son or loved one in Iraq, M. Davis. We should have been out of there well before yesterday!

RECORDS and "THE BEEF" are past based (just like the slogan). Barack Obama offers this country HOPE and PROMISE in the FUTURE.

I want to be proud to be an American again.

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Barbara French — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 18:06:21 GMT

Fellow Americans, please don't let the media and press coverage make up your mind for you. Powerful special interests have already widened the huge gap between the "haves" and "have nots". Our strong middle class is what has kept us from being like third world countries who have only "very wealthy" and "poverty".....and it is dwindling dangerously fast. This election is critical to what happens to our nation in the future. We don't need celebrities or pretty speeches...we need action from a strong leader who really cares. Really listen, think, and vote for the one person who really wants to make a difference. John Edwards is working hard for all of us and we need him NOW!

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Glad it's over for Iowa , Council Bluffs, IA — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 18:09:55 GMT

The DO NOT CALL list does not pertain to politicians -- they conveniently exempted themselves from it when the law was passed a few years ago.

I'm from Iowa and on the Do Not Call list -- I received 15 calls from candidates in a 2 hour period on the day before the caucuses. During the whole caucus blitz it would not be an exaggeration to say I received over 100 calls.

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Mike K, Denver — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 18:12:20 GMT

Amusing thing about that "No Call" list. Political campaigns are exempt from it.

Hillary can complain about Obama violating it, but they're doing nothing wrong. Should they abide by it? Out of consideration for the people on it, yeah they should, but if they call some people that might be on it, they are doing nothing illegal.

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Mike K, Denver — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 18:44:54 GMT

*****BREAKING NEWS!!*****

Well, the specifics about Obama's plan in Iraq are starting to come out, and it is not pretty. A hed staffer for the Obama campaign speaking on FOX news this morning, said that Obama's Iraq plan would be as follows: on DAY ONE, Obama plan will be to immediately remove one brigade of American troops from Iraq on DAY ONE of his Presidency, and then remove one brigade of American troops each month, until ONE brigade of American troops and ONE counter terrorism unit is left to protect Democratic installations and fight Al Qaeda in Iraq. Obama and his campaign don't have a clue about what they are doing. People, our country is facing some of the most challenging times in American History, the ongoing war against Al Qaeda, unemployment above 5%, high oil/gas prices, a tanking economy that is going toward recession, mortgage foreclosure, millions of Americans without any health insirance, the list goes on and on. It is scary, but what is even more scary to me, is the fact the Obama Iraq plan that they just announced on FOX news. Incredible! Obama and his team don't knwo what they are talking about and showed their total lack of experience this morning. That is not a plan to get us out of Iraq safely, that is a plan that is insane and will get our men and women in uniform killed. Just on the whim, on DAY ONE, Obama will remove a brigade and keep removing brigades until we are down to one brigae and one counter terrorism unit to fight Al Qaeda in Iraq. WOW! JUST WOW!
The head staffer for Obama went on to say that she hopes everyone starts drinking the Obama elixir. Do the Obama people think the American people are stupid? What in the world is the Obama camp thinking? Obama and his campaign folks really are inexperienced. No wonder Obama continues to refuse to answer questions at his campaign stops, and just talks to the people. They obviously don't like answering questions on the campaign trail. When they do, they look like inexperienced people that don't have a clue. This FOX News interview this morning with the Obama campaign is but another example of that. Incredible!

M. Davis, New Hampshire (Sent Monday, January 07, 2008 10:28 AM)
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*applauds*
Someone that'll get us out of Iraq. We don't need to be there, we shouldn't have gone there in the first place, and it is long past time to get the hell out. Bravo to Obama's plan for doing just that. It is a war that more than 3/4 of the country no longer believes is necessary or even winnable. We need to focus on Pakistan and Afghanistan if we really want to get the terrorists plotting attacks in the US and in Europe. Obama's plan is to concentrate diplomatic and military efforts on those two countries--something the monkey we have now doesn't recognize considering he's giving both countries billions of our tax dollars. To think bin Laden could plan and execute his next attack using OUR tax money. Obama's plan ensures that doesn't happen.

Better than Hillary's plan, which is a continuation of more of the same BS.

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Mike K, Denver — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 18:47:24 GMT

Thank you Shirley for your great observation.

It is also the MEDIA that is making Iowa and NH, two states with no comparison to the rest of the country, so important. Their vote is not representative and yet the MEDIA jumps on it and causes sway to those that cannot think for themselves. The primary system needs to be refined to ONE DAY, both parties!

I used to like Chris Matthews, but it seems like he has become more entertainer than journalist, and his ego is interfering with his panelists presentations. Chris, let others speak, even if the show is your name.

Yes, the fix is in, the entertainment factor of the MEDIA is controlling what you hear, politically, nationally and internationally. Whatever they can trump up into a news story comes before reality.

michael, clifton, nj (Sent Monday, January 07, 2008 10:34 AM)

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Except that both states are extremely consistent with giving us the eventual nominee. At the very least, one of the two is if the winner is split between the two. It cuts the field and tells us who the most viable candidates are based on message because these people get to hear the candidates in very small, intimate settings and make their decisions based on those meetings.

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Donna, Charlottesville, VA — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 19:06:30 GMT

Hear, hear Nashville fan, you hit the nail on the head. A GOOD leader uses ideas and advice from those who have GOOD ideas and advice. This country cannot be run as a 'one man' show, nor can it be run using ideas and advice from those who have BAD ideas and advice. I believe Obama has the soul to break through the maze we now call Washington. I believe Obama has the strength to brigh this Country together and repair our international relations. I believe Obama is truly an agent of change, the time is now and the time is right.

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Dot, Illinois — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 19:15:05 GMT

"It cuts the field and tells us who the most viable candidates are based on message because these people get to hear the candidates in very small, intimate settings and make their decisions based on those meetings.
Mike K, Denver (Sent Monday, January 07, 2008 1:47 PM)

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I think my problem with so much emphasis on these early states is that it cuts the filed so early in the process. I realize that the campaign isn't over until the conventions nominate their candidates, but with the media crowning a defacto winner so early on, it seems like that makes the primaries of some of the states that come later, somewhat irrelevant. Nobody enjoys voting for someone they have been told is going to lose.

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Mitchell R., Ely MN — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 19:28:19 GMT

Please I have listened and I still don't get it.
What is his record please.

Melissa, Mpls, MN

Melissa, I couldn't agree more with you. We need a side by side comparison of Hillary and Barack's accomplsihments.

Hillary has had accomplishments going back 35 years. So, and maybe Melissa can get us started us here. What were Hillary's accomplishments in 1973? 1974? 1975?

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Melissa — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 19:39:36 GMT

Is it not ironic that Obama is listeningt to former President Clintons advisors,hm does he want to be a Clinton?

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John Cameron, Oklahoma — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:17:43 GMT

Hillary will do anything to try and win. She will resort to crying if necessary. Change is coming and the status quo (Bill and Hillary) will resort to any dirty tricks possible.

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Shaun Dakin, Washington, DC — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:40:01 GMT

RE: Robo Calls

These calls are an epidemic and are invading the privacy of All American Voters.

Our members are taking a stand and saying enough is enough at the National Political Do Not Contact Registry at StopPoliticalCalls.org.

Here is a quote from a member this morning:

"I find it very frustrating... I tend to get calls at the WORST time. I have a one year old daughter, and it NEVER fails that the phone will ring when I put her down for a nap or for bed. Also my vote is PRIVATE... so who do you think you are calling with a survey to find out who I am voting for!!! Stop calling me."

Regards,

Shaun Dakin
CEO and Founder
http://www.stoppoliticalcalls.org

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CitizenJ — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 20:41:28 GMT

Is it not ironic that Obama is listeningt to former President Clintons advisors,hm does he want to be a Clinton?

Melissa (Sent Monday, January 07, 2008 2:39 PM)

Are you suggesting that anyone who has ever advised Bill Clinton shouldn't advise anyone other than a Clinton?

The more interesting question is: If they supported Bill Clinton, why aren't they supporting Hillary?

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adrienne hart, boston, mass. — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 21:33:31 GMT

Imagine Obama addressing the UN or a mideast peace conference or giving a state of the union address with the world watching. If he has a fraction of the effect on the world opinion of us that he has on Americans, our international standing will rise again and I can travel without masquerading as a Swede for fear of hatred and retaliation abroad.

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Rita Rodriguez — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 22:24:32 GMT

Ask Hillary where were her tears on 9-11?
It is very easy to blame other people for our missgivings.
If you can not take the heat get out of the Kitchen.
What kind of President will she be if she can not
accept defeat?
Now she is blaming the Press for it.

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adrienne hart, boston, mass. — Mon, 07 Jan 2008 22:28:27 GMT

addendum:Hillary trying to denigrate Obama's speeches as just words? The Bible, the Koran, the Declaration of Independence, the Constituion, the Bill of Rights, Churchill "we have nothing to fear but fear itself," Kennedy,"Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country." and so on, are these not words with the power to move human beings to act???

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DSpooner, KY — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 00:33:00 GMT

Huckabee! While Gallup Pole today shows him 3rd in New Hampshire he is 1st nationally! Check out his website and see why! ...

Cry me a tune, Hillary... Just wait until someone finds Obama's shadow! Elect McCain to run a prison camp. Romney is the true candidate of change. Edwards? ... no comment is worth it.

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Jay K. — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 01:35:10 GMT

If clinton wins the race and gets voted in we can all kiss this country goobye !! The only thing women should be running is the dishwasher and laundry machine and half cant even do that without getting confused. This world has enough problems without letting a women giving advice so lets start a good thing here and now !! keep them in the house and take away thier right to vote and speak in public .

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Les, North Carolina — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 09:41:46 GMT

Well said Laurie Smith.
My son was fortunate enough to come back from Iraq not only safely but with a new perspective on our Government. I'm pleased to inform you he wants to be a proud American again too. That is why Obama is his candidate of choice.
I'm sure you know our soldiers have to watch what they say but I can assure you Obama has many supporters among our servicemen in Iraq.

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Erin Nelson, Massillon, OH — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 10:43:13 GMT

Just as an FYI, one option for voters in states where the Do Not Call List does NOT apply to political calls is the National Political "Do Not Call" Registry found at www.StopPoliticalCalls.org. It's non-partisan and non-profit. Erin Nelson

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mike hunt — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 16:25:20 GMT

the media would love a mccain vs obama with a ron paul for the spoiler.

don't get caught up in it.

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Frank, South Hampton, ny — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 18:19:51 GMT

************ Wisely Said Barbara************* You would think Edwards and Clinton would work together and be on the same ticket.

Fellow Americans, please don't let the media and press coverage make up your mind for you. Powerful special interests have already widened the huge gap between the "haves" and "have nots". Our strong middle class is what has kept us from being like third world countries who have only "very wealthy" and "poverty".....and it is dwindling dangerously fast. This election is critical to what happens to our nation in the future. We don't need celebrities or pretty speeches...we need action from a strong leader who really cares. Really listen, think, and vote for the one person who really wants to make a difference. John Edwards is working hard for all of us and we need him NOW!

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Frank, South Hampton, NY — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 18:24:32 GMT

To Laura Smith - so you have a son or child in Irag to make a well informed decision. Your validity/credibility has just been lost by your statement. Obama thinks (as a child would) let's just pull our troops out. We made a huge mess in that country because of our current leader - you just can't go in and take troops out. The terrorism alone. We never ever ever ever ever should have invaded that country but to vote for an unseasoned person in office is not the best ideas. If I need to have major surgery then I shouldn't use and experienced surgeon - I just get an intern to perform the surgery since it would be fresh face. Come on people - let's think.

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Joe — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 18:37:34 GMT

I am not sure it's Hilary grasping at straws as much as the American public and media. Has the race really come down to something this ridiculous? I mean, this very site has an entire page dedicated to talking about "robocalls" made from the Obama campaign. Watch what Hilary says here... I say "Amen". http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MVlwH7-05Fk

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J.N.Z, Michigan — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 19:11:05 GMT

This is definitely all about media manipulation and perception. The day after the Iowa caucus headlines read that Obama won an amazing victory and Clinton suffered humiliating loss. On page three, the same papers indicated that, in the race for DELEGATES, Obama had 16, Clinton 15, and Edwards 14. Hmmm, a lot closer race than you might think.

Someone will always criticize Hillary Clinton, she is too strong, too soft, she makes a funny face, she insults an opponent. The bottom line is she hangs in there and keeps campaigning. That is the type of person I want as president. Not someone who makes an amusing remark and then walks away because there is no more depth. Change? what change? Where, when, is there a plan?

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Ed - Houston, TX — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 21:16:11 GMT

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Laurie Smith, Greenwich, CT — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 03:34:09 GMT

Republicans, Democrats, Independents...every person who cares about the future of our country! Unite for Obama! Win or loose tonight, this shows that there is a battle ahead. Let your voices be heard.