Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

BR, NC — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:25:21 GMT

So was Johnson lying when he said that his remarks were about Obama's time as a community organizer?

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Nashville_fan — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:31:49 GMT

I am very glad that Mr. Johnson made this apology. This will go a long way to clear the air. I feel better already.

Obama'08

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Kathryn in Bham — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:33:01 GMT

Why is it that an allusion to Barack Obama's past is something that a public supporter of another candidate must apologize for? (Obviously Sen. Clinton wants to put as much room between herself and the drama as possible, but come on!)...I don't understand why it is wrong for anyone to refer to his past, as he openly refers to it himself. Yes, he did make poor choices. Sure, he is not defined by the choices that he once made, but then again aren't we all to some degree? Why can we hold some people accountable for their past decisions/actions and not others? Just because he is a black man and we don't want it to look like we associate drug use with race? I am just curious...Heck, even Bill (Clinton) tried it ONCE (haha), he just didn't inhale... (Yes, this is sarcasm!)

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Chaunda — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:36:04 GMT

Can we drop it now? No someone will fall for the media's bait and to try and create division between black people. Lets see who it will be!!

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jerry/corpus christi texas — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:36:10 GMT

Four days after he made an unmistakable allusion to Obama's teenage drug use and even referred to him as Sidney Poitier, Clinton supporter Bob Johnson apologized to Obama for those remarks.

LOL...
Guess Bill made a phone call.....

At Tuesday's Democratic debate on MSNBC, Clinton said she took Johnson at his word. "Well, Bob has put out a statement saying what he was trying to say and what he thought he had said. We accept him on his word on that."

When NBC's Tim Russert asked whether Johnson's comments were out of bounds, Clinton replied, "Yes, they were. And he has said that."

Well, not until today.

Like I said, Bill must have made a call....

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--NSMsnbc — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:37:10 GMT

"I'm writing to apologize to you and your family personally for the un-called-for comments ..."
--What did he send one apology letter to Obama and one to the media? I am seriously confused, an apology seems, to me, to be personal. Unless, of course, he was trying to keep this information in the media or selfishly untarnish his reputation. I'm not sure which, I hope there is a better explanation.

"Clinton said she took Johnson at his word."
--Nothing stronger than a politician taking someone at his or her word, and asking to be taken at his or her word. I feel galvanized and empowered. Hoo-Yah!

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adam/Brooklyn New York City — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:37:59 GMT

Bob Johnson is a fraud as an activist. All one has to do is watch BET to see that his network perpetuates the African-American as a criminal misconception. It may sell advertising, but it certainly doesn’t help the Civil Rights cause.

It’s time to end The Divisive Bush/Clinton Era.

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Banko — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:37:59 GMT

Bob Johnson we don't need your money but we accept your apology because OBAMA is a very decent guy and the only one who can heal this Nation.

Go Barack

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Lilia, Panama — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:38:08 GMT

The press was screaming crying that Mr. Johnson apologize to Obama. He has, but now it's too late?
Agree it was a faut pas, and if you Mrs. Clinton's face, she was not happy about it, at all. Do we forget this is all disgusting politics and it is the world we have created and YES WITH THE HELP OF THE ALMIGHTY PRESS/MEDIA.

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cora chicago — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:40:04 GMT

to little to late

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jan — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:40:35 GMT

All my respect to Obama he is dignified in a matter that reveals the smallness of other, just remember how many people that you respected have shown themselves to lack dignity, and Bob Johnson just goes to show that stupid sycophants who will fall on their swords for Hillary are not white like (bob Kerry and Bill Sheehan) but also black like (Rangel and Johnson) she is the unifier of the eunuchs

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CitizenJ — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:43:10 GMT

How many times is this now? If these incidents aren't being facilitated at the top levels of the campaign, they are at least a reflection of the leadership that Senator Clinton is providing. Either way, it's not in line with what she pretends to be about.

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Shelley Murphy, Charlottesville, VA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 17:44:10 GMT

Sorry, this will not cut it, Bill and Hillary are really showing their "true colors", just as Bob did. I will never watch BET again. I believe it was all planned etc. just to get Hillary or Bill in front of a Black audience to respond and win over. My vote is not for sale. Gender and race should never be a factor. Be the person we expect you to be, just as we expect Obama to be the person we expect. Hillary, you lost my vote, you don't have to play dirty. It now proves you are part of the same old same old Washington, you say you want to change. Blah! Bob you knew what you were saying, you did it on purpose. Wake up, it is 2008. We want a change, you know Hillary will not bring the change we need, get your priorities straight. Hope is alive, we have to go for it. Vote for Obama.

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Janice - Kettering, OH — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:02:45 GMT

Well, it's TRUE that Obama was doing stuff in the neighborhood back then. Why should it be off-limits for someone to bring it back up from time to time. No one ever hesitates to bring up Bill Clinton's past indiscretions. I think Obama's past DOES speak to his character, just as Bill Clinton's past speaks to his character. I don't think an apology should have been issued.....I think Bob Johnson meant exactly what he said, and if Obama and his supporters can't take it, Obama won't get my vote. And until this very moment, I planned to vote for Obama. I'll have to give Hillary another look.

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gm, springboro,oh — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:02:53 GMT

You comments were worth 0 cents. And your apology is worth 2 cents. Thanks.
Did you know Senator Obama is
Harvard Law School, J.D. 1991, Magna Cum Laude.
President, Harvard Law Review
Illinois State Senator - 13th Legislative District, Chicago, 1996 - 2004
US Senator 2004-Present
Member Senate Foreign Relations Commitee,
Senate Commitee on Veterans' Affairs,
Senate Commitee on Health, Education, Labor, Pensions,
Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs

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Olive Harbor,Milford, Ct — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:04:22 GMT

My heart broke when I heard Bob Johnson discredit Mr.Obama for political gain of his friends. Mr. Obama is a Harvard law school graduate, president of their law review, Senator elected by the people of Illinois, and been nothing but gracious to Mrs Clinton.
This has bothered me so, that even though I am a Black republican, I will register as a Democrat this year so I can vote for Mr. Obama,and I hope and pray that many others will

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fb, denver, colorado — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:04:25 GMT

Is it me or am I the only one tired of these politician making comments, then 24hrs later issuing a statement saying, "what I was really trying to say was.....". Thats the problem with politics, say what you mean, mean what you say, if you want me to vote for you. At the end of the day 99% of the stuff that comes out of politician mouths is crap anyway. THE AMERICAN PEOPLE ARENT IDIOTS!

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Dave — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:05:14 GMT

Too late. This is old news - Obama has moved on and Hillary has waffled on the comment.

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Joyce, Riverside, California — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:05:19 GMT

It is clear the Clinton campaign will do anything to win this race. If no one is noticing, this woman would roll out anyone to smear her opponents.

As a female "boomer" generation voter, I am finding it increasingly clear the Clinton people are using the tactics they have accused Republicans using. I find this behavior unacceptable and hypocritical.

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Dan Weinberg, St. Louis, Missouri — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:05:38 GMT

Hillary Clinton knew exactly what Bob Johnson meant when he said what he said about "the neighborhood," but, when questioned about it in the Nevada debate, she said "We accept him on his word on that." This was the height of dishonesty at a time when she was supposedly "mending fences" about race.

The Clintons used to be against the politics of personal destruction, but they are more adept and cagey in dishing it out than being on the receiving end. They are out to win, at any expense.

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Chuck, Atlanta, GA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:06:07 GMT

I am begining to think that some prominent members of the black community see Obama Barack as an outside because caucasian/african heritage. Implying that any recent immigrant of african decent who does not have a slave lineage has no connection with African American experience. Look at the Governor of California, Arnold and support your own. Obama represents all people and that resonates to all intelligent American

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Bill Johnson, Anaconda, Montana — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:06:31 GMT

How many times can they say "I'm Sorry" and not be called on it? "I will not bring up his drug use," "Oh, I'm sorry."

Hillary better get control of her campaign or she'll never have the support of Obama's supporters when she needs us.

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HMT-MI — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:06:33 GMT

Obamas praise of Ronnie Reagan as his most admired caused me to stop and think"is this guy for real?Is he a republican in democratic clothing?Or did he make this remark to get the reagan admirers to vote for him?Why didn't he just praise George Bush?Did he forget the air controller firings?Did he forget Iran-Contra?Did he forget ketchup called a vegetable for children?Did he forget Reagens denying that aids existed?Did he forget all the cabinet members that were criminally indicted?Pretty sad statement coming from his lips.

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Richard Brown, Lexington, NC — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:06:47 GMT

What Mr. Johnson stated was below being a person and Mrs. Clinton has lost more of the respect of a lot of the people that was looking at her. Mr. Johnson said what he believes in his heart and the Clintons agreed. She made the statement that what Dr King accomp. did nothing to the world if it was not for President Johnson but their is not any holidays, Noble Peace Prize that former President Johnson has received is their. Some change is good for everyone and the change Senator Obm. brings is good for the country lets not miss the train this time and wait another 100 years for the next change.

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Mike H., Longmont, Colorado — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:06:52 GMT

This is akin to an attorney making a statement in court that they know is misleading, and having a judge instruct the jury to disregard. The intended damage is done, with little consequence to the offending party.

Politics as usual for the Clinton camp, who will stop at nothing to gain or retain political power. This is exactly what has been wrong with this country for the last 28 years (starting with Reagan's political hacks). It is a perfect illustration of why we need an Obama presidency so desperately!

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L Allah, Detroit, MI — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:07:07 GMT

As the Great Rudyard Kippling wrote" It is better to keep your mouth shut, and be thought a fool, than to open it and remove all doubts" We don't even want to go to Mr. Johnsons closet, to rattle his skeltons. He ment just what he said.

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Jason Mundstuk, Oakland, CA. — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:07:46 GMT

You have to ask, why is Johnson so zealous in his support of Clinton? We can see why she wants his support, but what's in it for him? There's something; guys like Johnson don't do this kind of act for free.

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Joe — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:08:08 GMT

Even if Obama did use drugs, we can't try to expect a completely clean record to run this country right -- In fact, we NEED an actual PERSON to get it done right.

Besides, which of the following would you rather have?

A) A leader who did drugs in his youth, when half the country was doing them to, who admitted his choices and asks you to overlook them.

B) A leader who has earned a fortune, technically legally, by living in the pockets of lobbyists and CEOs and who has never thought twice about taking advantage of the common person's naivete.

By the way, Hillary Clinton was in college... in the 60s... as a women's rights activist... if you think she didn't do drugs you're an idiot.

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Joy Ford — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:08:37 GMT

Who cares about Bob Johnson and what he has to say. He is as relevant to my life as the filthy, miscogynictic videos he gave a platform on BET.

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Darryl McClain — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:08:56 GMT

Apology unaccepted. An African-American, I am disgusted, saddened and livid that a Black person, Bob Johnson, would assassinate the character of another Black person, presidential hopeful Barack Obama. It shows Bob Johnson lacks integrty, that he will say anything to help another win and that he would take the national stage and insult the senator in order to help another campaign. Bob Johnson is an enemy of the African American community.

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Joy Ford — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:09:20 GMT

Who cares about Bob Johnson and what he has to say. He is as relevant to my life as the filthy, miscogynictic videos he gave a platform on BET.

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ellis johnson — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:12:11 GMT

I really think bob johnson needs to check himself. Im real tired of blacks in leadership positions having conflict with one another. Mr. Johnson can back any one he wants for presidency, but to salt a black man who is presidential candidate is absurd. I understand he is a billionare and he is set for generations. There are plenty of us who are poor or fighting to progress. We cannot keep pushing our brothers and sisters down. Thats why we are the only group of people in the united states, thats been in this country just as long as white people, generations of us, babyboomers, generation x what have you, and we are still called minorities.We are classically conditioned not to stick together. Imagine if obama had the support of the powerful Mr. Johnson.

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margaret askew, georgia — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:12:16 GMT

No Bob Johnson, AKA Bojangle meant everyword of it to do whatever is necessary to support people who care little if any about african americans. Bob Johnson should be ashamed of himself. Bob Johnson displayed a cruelty jealousy to Obama and his family. I stopped watching BET and lost all respect for him. When a black man attempt to deface another blackman you wonder why God says he repent he made man. It was an outraged and it will forever resonnate and forever cause the African American people to dislike the Clintons and especially dislike Bob JOhnson, Mr. Bojanle. or should we say the spook who sat by the door.

Independent 08

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Sierra, SF — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:12:32 GMT

Hillary caught lying ?
What, again ?
Re: Bob Johnson of BET

From Salon.com:

Fair enough. Johnson did in fact put out a statement
-- he said that when he referred derogatively to Obama "doing something in the neighborhood," he was
referring to Obama's work as a community organizer.
And in saying she'd "accept" Johnson's "word on that," Clinton tracked the line that her husband had used -- for better or for worse -- in defending Johnson Monday.

But when Russert pressed, asking Clinton whether
Johnson's comments had been "out of bounds," she
responded by saying, "Yes, they were. And he has said
that."

Help us out here. If Clinton really takes Johnson at
his word -- that is, if she believes that he was
simply comparing the Clintons' commitment to civil
rights with Obama's early work as a community
organizer -- then how can she also believe that
Johnson's comments were "out of bounds"? And if
Johnson's comments were "out of bounds," why won't she bar him from future campaign events, as her Sunday pledge might suggest?

'...One more thing: When, exactly, did Johnson himself say that his comments were out of bounds? In the statement the Clinton campaign distributed Sunday, Johnson insisted that it would be "irresponsible and incorrect" to interpret his remarks as referring to Obama's drug use. And the last time we heard from Johnson, he was reiterating that defense in an interview with the Washington Post.

We've asked the Clinton campaign if we're missing
something here; we'll let you know if we hear back.

¯ Tim Grieve....'

Doesn't THIS sound like the BUSH White House ?
Doesn't this sound like KARL ROVE ?
Hillary was caught in a bald face lie
Watch her try to spin this....

The 'Politics of Personal Destruction'

Do we want 4 more years of THIS ?

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Paul — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:13:09 GMT

This is typical slash and burn technique by the Clintons, The Pattern is accuse and then apologize consistently. I can't figure out why normal people don't see thru all the Clintons dirty tricks. This gets very frustrating for me. I am a republican who just voted for Obama through the mail.

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Dee, Sugar Land, Texas — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:13:16 GMT

what a sad commentary on the political process in general and the win at all costs Clinton campaign machine. Bob Johnson's words and actions reveal him to be the sort of man I would not be proud to be associated with in any regard, whether publicly or privately.

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Al Washington, Chicago, IL — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:16:10 GMT

OK, now that we know what Johnson really meant, will MSNBC hold Sen. Clinton accountable to her pledge to get rid of him from the campaign?

It should have happened in the debate, but didn't. Will it happen now? The credibility of MSNBC and Sen. Clinton is at stake here.

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Robert Vitaletti — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:16:24 GMT

Hillary Clinton knew all along that Bob Johnson's explanation was false. What did David Geffen, former very loyal supporter and friend of the Clintons, say about them, " Everybody in politics lies, but they do it with such ease, it's troubling."

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JoAnn Noorda — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:17:43 GMT

Hillary really must bring her people under control. Everytime one of them attacks Obama, it works against her. Obama has a highly unusual aura about him that makes Americans feel better about things...check Chris Matthews interview with Jay Leno, Jan. 16, 2008. Whether or not he wins the Democratic nomination I don't know, but it is a bad decision for the Clinton camp to make any negative personal remarks about him.

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Eric Eickhoff, Williamsburg, VA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:18:29 GMT

Sadly, the damage is done. By making statements such as these, and then retracting them, it still harms the others campaign and more importantly the other individual. When the candidates were asked about the race issue that has arisen in the last week, they dodged them, especially Clinton. My theory, Clinton knows she could not win the African-American vote if she publicly chastized Johnson, therefore she did what she does best... dodge questions.

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Robert, New York, NY — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:18:38 GMT

Jan. 17 (Bloomberg) -- At approximately 6 p.m. on Jan. 15, three hours before a Kumbaya interlude at the Democratic presidential debate in Las Vegas, I saw Al Sharpton defending Senator Barack Obama from charges of youthful drug abuse.

As we all know by now, the accusation arises from Obama's own admission in his modern Horatio Alger tale, ``Dreams From My Father,'' published long before he became a presidential candidate, that he tried cocaine as a teenager.

The hoopla over this has validated the judgment of George W. Bush eight years ago to refuse to answer questions about his own alleged drug use, which many believe continued well beyond his teen years. This is why honesty isn't considered the best policy by political consultants. But I digress.

Sharpton has done things to redeem himself in recent years, but his presence is a one-way ticket back to Tawana Brawley, boycotts, shakedowns and good old-fashioned, in-your-face confrontational race-based politics. Seeing him in that box on TV, I realized that the Clintons had done what they needed to do to stop Obama's historic surge in its tracks.

From the start of his career, Obama wanted, and needed, to remove the race card from the political deck. While it isn't clear from whose sleeve the card was pulled, it is likely it wasn't from the person with the most to lose.

If Hillary Clinton's campaign had taken only one shot at Obama, it might have been blown off as a mistake. But four shots constitutes a pattern, with Clinton's former New Hampshire chairman, Bill Shaheen, Representative Charles Rangel, Clinton pollster Mark Penn and Black Entertainment Television founder Bob Johnson all getting into the act.

Going Too Far

Surrogates don't take printed instructions, but neither do they want to upset the candidate they've traveled to the hinterlands to please. And Penn isn't even a surrogate. He's the campaign's top strategist.

In the middle of the drug pile-on, Clinton, desperate after her Iowa defeat, went too far when trying to imprint the message that Obama is all talk and no action. She infelicitously compared Martin Luther King Jr. to former President Lyndon Johnson.

``Dr. King's dream began to be realized when President Lyndon Johnson passed the Civil Rights Act of 1964,'' she said.

In fairness to the Clintons, even masters of the game trip up when the crown believed to be theirs slips out of reach. They had just hours to convince folks in New Hampshire that the guy who Iowans had fallen in love with was wrong for them.

Red-Faced Rant

Bill Clinton, in particular, was furious at Hillary's loss, indulging in the kind of red-faced rants vividly described in George Stephanopoulos's tale of White House life, ``All Too Human.''

How dare this upstart backbencher steal this election from Hillary! The press? What a lazy bunch of enablers swallowing this &%*# fairy tale, all this hooey about what we share being so much greater than our differences.

Any thought that Bill would be less active in New Hampshire was shelved. In 1992 Hillary helped Bill become the Comeback Kid in the Granite State after a lounge singer gave a press conference about an affair. Now it was his chance to return the favor.

But they were a bit off in choosing to mention an African- American idealist (King as Obama) in juxtaposition with a tough pragmatist who can get things done (LBJ as herself). The two campaigns fanned the flames and cable TV poured on the kerosene, booking the usual suspects to chew it all over. By Monday morning, the Democrats were in danger of becoming as divided as Republicans.

Convenient Cease-fire

A cease-fire initiated by Obama was formalized into a peace agreement during a love fest at the debate. And why not? For Clinton's campaign, it was Mission Accomplished, intentional or not. Obama was now the black candidate. There had been minimal blowback and only a minor casualty (Shaheen resigned).

For Obama, he lost the essence of his candidacy as the first black man to run as himself. Once the race card is on the table, no matter who puts it there, it's impossible to put it back up anyone's sleeve. Obama may look back on the first two weeks of 2008 as the time when he lost the nomination to Clinton.

At the height of the controversy on Sunday, Clinton repeated her paean to King from her book ``Living History.'' She'd been taken to hear ``this phenomenon known as Dr. King'' by her youth minister and remembered his plea to awaken to ``the great revolution that the civil rights pioneers were waging.''

No one's doubting Clinton's belief in equality, but however much she was moved, Hillary became a Goldwater Girl. And Senator Barry Goldwater voted against the Civil Rights Act of 1964.

Her journey to embrace civil rights is proof that anyone can grow up. But maybe not to be president.

(Margaret Carlson, author of ``Anyone Can Grow Up: How George Bush and I Made It to the White House'' and former White House correspondent for Time magazine, is a Bloomberg News columnist. The opinions expressed are her own.)

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Victor Lad, British Columbia.Canada — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:18:48 GMT

The Clinton would do any thing to get back back power.I guess Senator John Kerry was right"the Clintons care only for themselves and power"
Sheer desperation on her part has put many people off politics..

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Kevin, SF CA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:19:05 GMT

I want an apology from Bob Johnson, too. For insulting my intelligence.

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Carl Jones, USFORCES EUROPE — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:19:46 GMT

I have no problem with either candidates, because I am a Democrat also. But, I feel as though we as a Black race have the obligation to see something amazing happen in our lifetime by voting for the first African American for President in our nation's history. Isn't that what our forefather's and mothers, and activist struggled so hard for? Think about it, They always say it is not your time, When will it ever be our time? Well, we as Black people have a chance now. Must we wait another 200 years?

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Alisha, Austin, Texas — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:20:22 GMT

As an African American woman I am extremely offended by Bob Johnson's comments. His personal attack of Senator Obama was unwarranted and tactless. His apology is long overdue!

Moving forward Senator Obama should be judged on his legislative accomplishments, ability to reach across the aisle to end partisanship, and the hope he inspires in each of us. Obama'08

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Que — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:20:36 GMT

He was fearing the boycott of his businesses that was quickly approaching.

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RuthieM — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:21:22 GMT

I say again, what a crock, these Clintons. I tell you if 'they' get back in the white house again, I will again feel sorry for our nation!

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C Allen — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:21:56 GMT

Great....more word bending and backtracking from both candidates, can't wait till the "democratic process" is over.....Tired of hearing the same "misquotes" and "I didn't mean that"

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Liz, Philadelphia, PA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:22:41 GMT

He (Bob Johnson) is laughable. He is of very little importance and infact did not do any damage to Obama's character.

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baw — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:23:06 GMT

Now will Obama and campaign workers apologise for the 4 page memo to play the race card. I would like to see Obama make a public announcement and apologise for playing the race card. It seems Obama has become someone who can not take comments that are negative, however he sure can make the negative comments about Hillary. Can anyone out there tell what the Black Value System is? This is the relegion that his church believes and goes by. We really need to know what this is about.

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dre lopez — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:23:56 GMT

So let me guet this right the same man who sold out BET to white owned Viacom is now questioning Barack's past. Isnt this the same Bob(sell out) Johnson that used BET to consistently portray black people in a negative light. BOb Jonson give me a break

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Mark Thieme — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:24:33 GMT

Johnson's irrational,ludicrously self-righteous diatribe, and subsequent "apology," reminds me of the late Ike Turner who when confronted with a memorable "failure to communicate" famously replied (apologized?), "Don mean sh*t."

I think Ike's eloquence in response to his own inappropriate "zeal" is both a qualifier and an apt description of Mr. Johnson's heartrending "apology."

Don mean squat.

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Carl — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:25:05 GMT

I can't stand Bob Johnson. BET is an abomination. So the spin referring to the spin wall all spin. Typical.

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dsa al — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:25:08 GMT

bet it smells like a stockyard in vegas with dems blowing all that bs

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Ron, CHICAGO,IL — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:25:53 GMT

The damage has already been done as they say. Anyone who doesn't know that the Clintons will use divisive means to get votes, really don't know how they operate. It's unfortunate that the American voters won't look at Hillary's purpose for running for president. Who is really running for president Hillary or Bill. I really think they are using a back door approach to get Bill Clinton in the White House for a third term.

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Bee — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:26:03 GMT

Keep those apologies coming Obama's way. Perhaps, it is high time for the Clinton machine to know that Obama is tough Teflon. He is too nice to be a politician and he doesn't engage in a politics of fist fighting.

I am proud to have Obama represent folks from my generation. I have had enough of divisive politics.

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Greg Bruder — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:26:28 GMT

The Clinton campaign then produced a comment from Johnson saying that the media was mischaracterizing his remarks -- a response that this most recent statement now demonstrates was untrue.
Who is surprised when another Clinton lie is revealed? Only the ignorant would be.

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parveen chani, holliston, ma — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:26:28 GMT

To attack and use a delayed apology further certifies the clinton's intentions. they are bent upon bringing obama to the extent of racial level and then try to win over. it is a sad move since; the younger generation understands all these dirty moves and it's not just an attck on obama but on all his supporters. her tears could affect once but you can't always call wolf and get the sympathy vote, it has led me into voting for obama

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SLBJ, Utica, NY — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:27:30 GMT

Bob Johnson comments were so disrespectful. Being the founder of BET you would think he would know better. He isn't over the station anymore but we see how the station has been spinnig downward with reference to what african americans represent

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Disgusted — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:28:26 GMT

Mr. Johnson,
Take a look at yourself before taking a swipe at another. I am truly offended that you...a person who became filthy rich off of allowing sleeze videos to be constantly played on your television station (BET)would attack Barak for his past drug use.

What about Bill...? I guess while he was out being "deeply and emotionally involved in black issues" while he was not inhaling. At least Obama told the truth of his indiscretions.

You are one(you're not alone) of the "Poverty Pimps" who needs to take responsibility for the smut you aired on your station!

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johnathan george, louisville, ky — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:28:48 GMT

Typical Clinton, her supporters defame someone then a week later say they are sorry for it. Things like this are what have made me turn from her as my candidate.

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Getting It, Anytown USA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:29:33 GMT

Sure Bob we believe you. Yeah right! If it wasn't for the full court press by angry African-Americans which made you a Billionaire you would care less. Bob you now sit with Clearence Thomas. Your done in the black communnity...P.S. This isn't about black or white, its about running on issues. Yeah we are not dumb we can spot a fake anywhere.

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Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:30:21 GMT

sweet jesus. the more i see of these clowns the more i like obama. how can she let loose a baldfaced lie on 'meet the press'?

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Yiannis, Baltimore — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:30:50 GMT

Why would he apologize if like he and the Clintons repeatedly said that he was alluding to his work as a community organizer?

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Jetsunfire — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:30:55 GMT

I'd like to see a list of statements made by Hillary surrogates that then had to be apologized for vs the same for Obama.

Also let's see a list of Bill's most out of bounds rants, for instance everyone he blamed in the final hours before the NH votes were in.

These two candidates are light years apart in terms of integrity. Obama's heart is clean. Hillary is a
shark who believes the end justifies the means.

President Obama!

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moses masson, bakersfield, CA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:32:06 GMT

Sounds like the Clintons have a good one in their "cabin".

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NinaK — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:32:59 GMT

More deceit and spin from Clinton during Tuesday's debate. For Hillary to stand by what Johnson said is incredulous! Shows EXTREMELY POOR JUDGEMENT ON HILLARY'S PART! Now Johnson comes forward and apologizes to Senator Obama, about time!!! I think Hillary, herself, should also apologize to Senator Obama! How many people from the Clinton campaign and supporters have said derogatory and shameful comments about Senator Obama? It's all about entitlement and slash and burn tactics by Hillary (and Bill) and it's all backfiring! Fellow Americans, please see what the Clintons are all about and recognize they DO NOT belong in the White House period. For those of you who think and say it is not Senator Obama' time, I'd like to say to you, IT IS WAY PAST Hillary's time, therefore NOW IS NOT HER TIME.

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Ken, Atlanta, GA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:33:15 GMT

Johnson's words were dispicable and, quite frankly, only resulted in my losing some respect for Johsnon. The irony the tackiness and inappropriateness of his words are pretty consistent with the quality and informative programming that BET has offered for so long. (That's sarcasm in case you didn't notice).

And I think the subsequent handling of the matter by Johnson and the Clinton campaign suggesting that he was referring to his timing as a community organizer is what was truly insulting. To use Johnson's own words...he must think we're "stupid".

I like like Obama and Clinton and have defended Clinton againt ridiculous attacks by people who seem to dislike her for no apparent reason. However, when Clinton's campaign uses surrogates like this and handles the follow-up as irresonpsibly as they did, it makes me like her less.

It was good Johnson issued his apology. The original statement never should have occured, but since it did, they should have apologized immediately and outright rather than hiding behind a ridiculous excuse as they initially did. When the apology comes after excuses, it makes you wonder whether they're truly sorry or just sorry they got called on it.

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Zoe Artemis, NY, NY — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:33:49 GMT

Finally, Johnson apologizies....but it's too little, too late. I hadn't realized, and I should have, how powerful the Clinton machine is. When I watch African-American leaders praise President Clinton and Hillary, it sounds like they seem to think they're both running; and they sound like someone is holding a gun to their head; and they sound spinelss. It's really more about a generation gap, than gender or race...as a white woman over 40, I think it's high time for new blood, new fresh energies. I want a President with a vision; I don't want a CEO; we've seen what CEO's have done to destroy America with corporate greed. CEO's know nothing about what the average American deals with, and they don't want to know. The old guard, the status quo of the democratic party is terrified of losing power, but they've had their chance and it's been the same old, same old. Hillary's so called 35 year experience is way over-rated....she's brilliant to be sure, but she's not enough of a visionary to arouse the American people to come out of hiding and participate in the process. Barack is a born leader who inspires and that's the kind of energy we need.

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Alex, Chester Springs, PA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:34:14 GMT

Yawn...how long is the media going to drag this non-story out ? Back to the issues please, kthxbye !

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edmondo — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:35:02 GMT

This is so Clintonian. First they say it. Next they deny they say it. After three or four days they apologize for saying it. This way they get three days in the news cycle to make sure their mud sticks.

The Clintons are shameless. Anybody but Hillary in 08.

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Katherine, Chicagoland, IL — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:38:50 GMT

Barack Obama is a better person than "uncle" Bob Johnson (and me, for that matter),undoubtebly Barack will except this pathetic and forced apology! I, however, will NOT forgive or forget.

BET(i.e. Bob Johnson)has made it's fortune on showing T&A music videos, glamorizing thug-life, etc. And Bob Johnson has the nerve to judge...

I, a consumer, will write to advertisers on BET and share my outrage about Mr. Johnson's comments with them! I encourage other outraged citizens/consumers to do the same! Boycott BET!

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Sierra, SF — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:38:55 GMT

From HuffPost:

'January 17, 2008
Vetting Obama
By Robert Novak

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- With Barack Obama nipping at her heels in Iowa, Hillary Clinton went on the state's public television Dec. 14 to say: "I've been vetted. ... There are no surprises."

That was the first use in presidential campaign politics of an unusual word. After losing in Iowa Jan. 3, Sen. Clinton said of Sen. Obama, "Everybody needs to be vetted." Chief Clinton strategist Mark Penn, on the way to New Hampshire, said of his candidate, "She's fully vetted ... and I don't think that process has occurred with Barack Obama." Clinton then told a rally, "Of all the people running for president, I've been the most vetted, the most investigated and -- my goodness -- the most innocent."

This frequent use of "vetted" caught the attention of the Democratic community. "Vetted," with a meaning distinct from "experienced," connotes investigating nominees for vice president, the Cabinet and the federal judiciary to uncover anything disqualifying. Its introduction in the presidential campaign by Clinton is tied to reminders -- overtly and by insinuation -- of Obama's teen-age use of illegal drugs that he confessed in his first book.

The unintended byproduct, to the dismay of Democratic loyalists, disturbs the party's racial chemistry. An assault on the qualifications of Obama, the first African-American with a chance to be elected president, could menace Democratic reliance on overwhelming support for the party's white candidates from black voters. The sudden outbreak of racial conflict in Democratic affairs, which results solely from Clinton's strategy against Obama and has nothing to do with race as such, arouses deep apprehension inside the party.

Clinton agents for many months have privately warned prominent Democrats that Obama as the presidential nominee could not withstand Republican scrutiny ("cannot take a frisk"). While denying my reports of this activity, the Clinton campaign went public when Obama's threat became real instead of merely potential. Billy Shaheen, Clinton's New Hampshire chairman, explicitly raised this long-ago use of cocaine and marijuana, and was fired.

Greg Craig, an Obama senior policy adviser, pointed out to me that the drug question was implied by two other Clinton supporters, Penn and black billionaire Bob Johnson, who were not reprimanded. As for Johnson's denial that he was talking about drugs when he said Obama "was doing something in the neighborhood -- and I won't say what he was doing, but he said it in the book," Craig told me, "I don't believe him."

On the next day, a fourth Clinton supporter, Rep. Charles Rangel, raised the drug issue by saying on black radio that Obama mentioned it in his book because "I guess he thought it might sell books."

Rangel always has seemed to be less of a black politician than a politician who happens to be black. But other African-Americans were incensed by the Clinton vetting. Donna Brazile, the national campaign manager for Al Gore in 2000 and neutral between Obama and Clinton as a CNN commentator, made the first criticism of Bill Clinton anyone had heard from her after he referred to Obama's candidacy as "a fairy tale." She said of the former president, "I find his tone and his words to be very depressing." House Majority Whip James Clyburn, South Carolina's leading black politician, was so upset that he threatened to break his neutrality until Sen. Clinton calmed him down.

Prior to Tuesday night's Democratic debate in Las Vegas, both campaigns declared an end to the "race debate" over whether Martin Luther King or Lyndon B. Johnson was most responsible for civil rights legislation. But the fight really was about the Clintons' resenting an obstacle on their return to the White House. A prominent Democrat who saw the former president this week described him as "furious, outraged, angry and utterly dismissive of Obama."

That anger was reflected by Hillary Clinton's performance on NBC's "Meet the Press" last Sunday, when she said, "When Sen. Obama's chief strategist accuses me of playing a role in Benazir Bhutto's assassination, there's silence (from Obama)." Actually, David Axelrod never made such an accusation. He said former Prime Minister Bhutto's death will "call into issue the judgment" of "taking the eye off the ball and making the wrong judgment in going into Iraq." Perhaps Hillary Clinton's comments should be vetted.

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Chris McCoy — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:39:27 GMT

Vote hillary and get even more of this type of yellow "Attack by Proxy" cowardice. This is like the 4th or 5th time someone related to her campaign has unscruplously attacked Obama, and then weakly apologized afterward. If her campaign knew about these attacks prior, then she should not be President because she is using another model of the same Rove attack machine. If she wasn't aware these things were happening (an unlikely claim) then she shouldn't be President because she obviously has no control over her staff.

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Chris McCoy — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:39:27 GMT

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Sane in Ut — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:39:48 GMT

Everyone knows what was meant when it was said. It has been a common practice of the Clintons to tell the world that everybody else failed to get the meaning of their comments. And people used to give them a pass when they offered lame spins on what they really said. Bob Johnson tried to follow suit and it did not fly. He apologized as a last resort when it backfired. He should stop taking advice from the Clintons.

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Jerry Hater — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:40:57 GMT

Nice to see Jerry's obsession over everything Clinton has not faded.

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duane, ohio — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:43:50 GMT

I knew someone big was coming out the closet for the Clintons on race and knew it would be a black man. Never would i have guessed it was Robert (hater) Johnson. To late unk tom to apologize.

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Allison, Boston — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:46:01 GMT

Smear, create chaos and havoc, then apologize. Purely Clintonesque. It is working it looks like. How do you respond? Hit back and do exactly what you are preaching against (negative politics, the race card) or do nothing and take the beating. Tough choices to come for the Obama camp because this is not stopping, just getting started.

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Chaunda — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:47:23 GMT

Shelley, VA

Why did it take this to make you realize that BET is a horrible reflection on black people?

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Tony — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:47:48 GMT

@Kathryn in Bham
Yes he ought to apologize for that. And if you say that Obama past drug use is fair game and no apologies needed. How about if an Obama supporter makes the following remark:
Where was Hillary when Bill was having sex with all those women?
Will the person have to apologize? Is it fair? I think not.
And besides, Clinton admitted that he smoked marijuana but just didn’t inhale (yeah right Bill, just like you told the truth about Monika).

I welcome Johnsons apology it was the right thing to do.

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Sabina,PITTSBURGH,PA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:48:43 GMT

Obama,I would take that"sorry" as a token and drop it later in the casinos; We have all recieved a fake sorry as a"politically correct"attack. But just for that!!NO HILLARY..If you don't get the dem nom then I am voting REPUBLICAN...

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s woods — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:50:21 GMT

It is good that he has apologized. Things got a little overheated recently. Everybody should try to calm down and also calmly make a choice about who they support.

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RobK, Seattle, Wash. — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:50:25 GMT

Personal attacks is just standard tactics The Clintons borrowed from Karl Rove.

Why would anyone be surprised by this?

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Marietta, New Jersey — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:50:46 GMT

It is too late and a disgusting shame that you bring down one of your own that is bright and highly intelligent young man. Our children need to see more African Americans like Senator Obama and Secretary of State Rice. I am so hurt and done with what you said up there in front of Bill and Hillary (you're nothing but a Minstrel Show Monkey).

Just because you have a little bit of money don't think your accepted as "one of them". You're gonna fall hard too. Watch.

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Kevin, SF, CA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:51:18 GMT

BTW, Obama's not the only one that deserved an apology. What about an apology to Sidney Poitier, too?

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Tyron, Orlando, FL — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:51:37 GMT

It is the intent of some national figures to polarize this campaign on racial grounds thereby assuring a victory for the dominant culture. Barak is a candidate for all people and has shaken-up the old guard with his ability to unite people. The old guard has some minorities on the payroll that they call upon when it's time to get grimey and that is what Mr. Johnson did. Apology accepted. Damage done. Mission accomplished.

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On the Case — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:52:01 GMT

Hi Kathryn,

If you´re going to write BS like that where people can read it, you ought to at least use fighting words.

You wanna know something - "trying drugs" is a very common thing, and you wanna know what else? There is no reason to hold that against him. What is wrong with trying drugs and then deciding to spend the rest of his life as a public servant?

Seriously, your double talk makes me sick. No, you can´t hold it against him.

By the way, did you know that watching too much television makes you frigid?

Grow up.

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Brett, Pittsburgh, PA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:52:40 GMT

Like the above poster said, i don't care what bob says until he changes his cash cow. No surprise a capitalist like him would support hillary.

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ED YES WE CAN, PITTSBURGH, PA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:53:25 GMT

Well, Bob Johnson disappointed me with his comments. Now that he's clearly admitted what he said and intended, let's move on. YES, WE CAN!!! OUR TIME IS NOW!!!

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David, London — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:54:24 GMT

First comes the insult, then the denial, then the apoligy. Anyone else see a pattern?

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Bob, NY, NY — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:54:30 GMT

Why won't Obama fire the staffer who sent out the memo that fanned the flames of this issue? He said in Iowa that he would fire anyone who engaged in these types of attacks.

http://www.politico.com/news/stories/0108/7944.html

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C. J. Endres, San Angelo, TX — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:54:45 GMT

Remarks like Johnson's are disgusting. How about the candidates focusing on the issues--there are certainly enough to discuss as we watch our country go down the drain. I'm for Obama, even more so after watching the Clinton's tactics.

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Obama all the way, Seattle — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:55:08 GMT

We all know what Johnson meant. This is just clean up for a comment that was not necessary. Obama will be gracious enough to accept but the damage is done on their side and his apology only makes him look small and ignorant.

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Rob in Nevada — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:55:18 GMT

Will you people give it up? The man apologized. He said he was overzealous in his support of Hillary Clinton. He apologized in writing to Senator Obama. I think an apology once given needs to be accepted, and then we move on. Some of you people seem to want to drive a stake into the heart of the Democratic Party, and you won't allow anyone to make a mistake, even though he apologizes for it. Grow up!

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Deborah Springer Suttlar, Little Rock, AR — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:55:49 GMT

Why are we even listening to Bob Johnson, the Larry Flynt of the African American community who made his money off of gloried pornography on BET. When will African Americans stop rooting for "Tarzan and Jane" and realize that we are those Africans they were fighting? Obama is the candidate for "change" because he is a refreshing change from politics as usual. It is time for the African American electorate to mature you put away childish things of old.

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Jose — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:56:34 GMT

Obama has not apoligized for clling Hillary the Senator from Punjab. The media has not taken him to talk for that remark, not has he fired anyone. He finally gave some lame excuse for that "You're likeable enough, Hillary" that was so fake. He has not apoligized for his sexist comment that suggested all she did as first lady was "drink tea."

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acj, Seattle — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:56:43 GMT

I never watched BET and will continue to have little respect for this 'Black' man. Who's coming to dinner now?!

OBAMA 2008

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Brit — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:56:50 GMT

I am glad to see this apology, although the way this Clinton campaign is being run reminds me of those court cases where a judge instructs the jury to disregard what they just heard. People hear the fabrications and scandal, but seldom hear the follow-up apologies and the setting straight of records. My husband and I used to respect the Clintons, but not any more. We overlooked the silly assertion that Bill Clinton smoked "pot" but didn't inhale. We overlooked the fact that the Clintons are completely dysfunctional as a candidate. We overlooked a lot, but not any more. The Clintons are Democratic versions of the Bush family. I hope against hope that Obama gains the nomination.

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Donna, Charlottesville, VA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:57:01 GMT

I think Bob Johnson is sensing what is happening - that Barack Obama is rapidly gaining momentum and will most likely be the nominee and the next President. He is covering himself.

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Kiya P., Washington, D.C. — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:57:17 GMT

As an African-American young woman, I am appalled that Mr. Johnson could make such a negative comment about Barack Obama. Mr. Johnson is clearly known as the first black billionaire; however this accomplishment is associated with his poor leadership while issuing degrading images of African-Americans on a channel geared toward ‘Black Entertainment Television’. If anyone should be criticized, it should be him and his lack of consideration of the Black culture in perpetuating degrading images of African-Americans on screen. Thank you, Mr. Johnson, for your meaningless contribution to the African-American community. Thank you, Mr. Johnson, for showing us how greed and wealth can be held as superior to morale and respect for your own culture.

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kirt silvers Kansas City Mo — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:58:09 GMT

Most black voter don't watch shake your booty BET. Alot of black people don't have a high opion of Mr Johnson who explots the so called hip hop culture with solft porn and gangster inner city concepts. We don't need his fanticies of black America.

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Pat, Boston, MA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:59:07 GMT

Everything was going so well this election year - UNTIL Senator Obama won Iowa and then took a lead in NH.

Ever since then, all hell has broken loose.

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Dee — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 18:59:09 GMT

He wrote a letter, but put the man on blast at a rally. Was the letter sent to the attendees at the rally? The Clintons turn my stomach with their nasty underhanded, weasel, backbiting ways. And people want them back in the White House?

God help us!

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BJN , Chicago, Illinois — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:03:06 GMT

It's a bunch of hooey, that man is not sorry, he will do or say anything to help the Clintons.

Now he is trying to insult my intelligence with this hooey!

Be a man, stick to what you believe, that's what Barack is doing. Barack like so many of us, have do things in our past and learned from them, so not to repeat them, or perpetrate them.

I could not believe that a black man would do what those whose are aligned with the Clintons would do to another black man. They know how hard it is for a black man in this country. They sought to destroy a positive image for young black men, for what I ask?

I say HOOEY!

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Len, Maplewood,Mnnesota — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:03:09 GMT

The apology is too late.The damage has already been done. This what the Clintons' do with their pawns.They send them out on search and destroy missions, they make outrageous comments, then apologize later.Remember Bob Kerrys' remarks in Iowa suggesting that Barak was possiby a Muslim beause of his name. He apologized later. These thoughts remain in peoples' minds and create doubt.

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Nathan, Vancouver, WA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:03:26 GMT

This is a technique that the Clintons and supporters have come up with to make what they want noted in the public mentioned at least two times. While this is a great political technique because it brings headline publicity to inflaming commentary twice (Attack / Reverse Attack), it is even more reason to hate the Clinton Machine for calculating this type of character assasination and it is getting old to see this repeated strategy.

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HMT-MI — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:03:28 GMT

Why must Hillary apologize everytime someone other than her makes a statement.I do not see Obama or any other candidate apologize for what others say>Is it because she is a lowly woman,the weaker sex,a keeper of the thoughts of others?I for one have had my fill of this lopsided campaign.Chris Matthews degrades her daily,makes fun of her face,body,laugh,voice,calls her satan and admits he hates her.Why does nobody insist on an apology?Oh,because you feel the same way.Someone on this site called Obama handsome---he really isn't.But I would not point fingers at him and say he is no Denzel Washington.,and he has discolored lips.If we voted on good looks John Edwards would be the only one to qualify.George Bush looks like Bela Lugosi when he grins or smiles.Of course he is a vampire that has sucked the lifeblood out of this country.

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eamassaro211@sssnet.com — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:03:50 GMT

History will be made in this election. NO NO NO not with Clintons. I am the uneducated that they are playing too. All her experience has shown me is she does not make the best Choices... especially Bill. What women in public life who is intelligent would stay in a marriage that has betrayed her many times? Is that what I want change to stand for? She should have put her walking boots on and walked all over him. He has misspoken many times and seems to think it is OK. The media tells me he is popular, but after the polls in NH. I have got to question that statement. He defends her and only makes it worst. They are not siamese twins. They act like it because of all their obbession with power. Hillary should have been out without him. If a man cannot be faithful to his wife, it tells me he is very good at lieing . She is so transparent.. She is not in love with him, she is using him, the way they hugg is almost laughable. She kissed her daughter but not her husband. Woe what a good novel this would make if I had the time. Phoney, cold and the diplay of emotions choking up was staged, just like the girl that was placed in the audience to ask a question. Neither one can be trusted. I have high regards for Obama. If any one has had experience look how he can set a great example for us all. He is the healer and Hillary is the squeeler........ Obama go for it.

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Battle — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:03:52 GMT

Since the Hillary tears, NBC News seems to be
supporting her beyond what I believe is fair and equitable coverage, in comparison to how NBC report on candidates Obama and Edward. I know why Obama is
there victim.

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Gene from Atlanta — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:03:53 GMT

Johnson's injury to Obama was unwarranted and bad enough; much worse was the insult (to the rest of us) of the "explanation" of what he really meant and Hillary's wink-wink-nudge-nudge acceptance of it. I had been undecided, but no more. Hillary, you lost me.

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L. Jackson, Topeka KS — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:04:14 GMT

This is not a sincere apology, this was only brought on b/c of the backlash he and Hilary withstood. Bob thought we (the black community) would be "stupid enough" to jump on his bandwagon for Hilary if he threw around a few choice words. We can see through BS. Bringing up Obama's past doesn't hurt him in my eyes. It makes him more human, and makes me feel like he can relate to me and my story. No I am not a drug user, but at some point usually during teenage years and young adult years most will try it. That doesn't make us bad people. And if you yourself haven't tried drugs, you probably know several people that have or still do.

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Chaunda,Indianapolis — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:04:17 GMT

Here we go again Hillary bashers thinking word count by cut and paste will convey a point. Yeah that really shows depth.

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Kevin P, Prospect Heights, IL — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:05:01 GMT

His original apology CAME from the Clinton camp - the "community organizer" commment - but now he admits the comments meant something else? It's sad that Clinton's supporters/staff continue to deride Obama and make it look accidental.

"and if you Mrs. Clinton's face, she was not happy about it"

I suppose you mean 'if you could see Mrs. Clinton's face? During the Nevada debate she had a stare that could burn holes in her opponents every time one of them talked. I guess she's starting to feel the pressure. I'd still like to know what constitutes her 35 experience - perhaps looking the other way while her husband fooled around?

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Fed Up already! FL — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:06:01 GMT

The Clinton saga continues...what is going on with these people? I guess sometimes they feel like a nut, sometimes they don't!
Are most of her supporters on medication? They say things and have to eat their own words. Most don't know if they are coming or going. I wonder what will be going on next? Oh wait, disenfranchising voters...tune in...the Clinton drama goes on and on....

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Eric Eaton, Flagstaff AZ — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:06:07 GMT

Apologize?!? Turn this around. Make Bob Johnson white. You think an apology four days after the fact would be good enough? Sharpton and Jackson would be on the national news daily looking for their pound of flesh. This incident would make the Imus issue look like an afternoon tea party.

Going back to the Johnson deal. He is a very smart man. He fully knew what he was saying and why he was saying it last Sunday. What he said, he meant. And he wouldn't be saying it without the Clinton campaign knowing about it.

This is an incredibly dirty campaign being run by the Clinton's.

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Ken, Atlanta, GA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:06:43 GMT

Should Obama be exempt from answering questions about his past? No. People who are suggesting simply that questions about his past are fair bounds are missing the point. The issue isn't about Obama's past which he has admitted out right. And that in and of itself is fair bounds, no question. The issue is the tactics, the intent, the method, the style which conveys a person's (or campaign's) true intent and character. Is is THAT that is turning a lot of people off and sparking a bit of backlash against Clinton and justifiably so. It is is not that we simply expect Obama to have a pass on his past.

If Johnson had brought up Obama's background as an issue and question in a dignified manner and toward some respectable end...even if advantageous to Clinton, that would be one thing. But it was done in such a nasty, spiteful, disgusting way...it has actually backfired. This isn't an issue of Obama running away from his past. This an issue of politics and post-lying as usual...or responsonsibility, accountability, and dignity?

Tired of politics as usual? Then quit making excuses for Clinton. These sort of slash and burn, spiteful attacks followed by the lying are want's wrong with politics today.

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Cynthia Daniels — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:07:32 GMT

Senator Obama has handled gracefully such despicable statements made by people we should respect. I will never forgive Mr. Johnson or Andrew Young for their comments (truly distasteful). If we really want change, then we need to stop playing those "political games" when we fear that we are loosing the battle. I feel Senator Clinton and her husband are still playing those political games.

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Ted, St. Paul, MN — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:09:52 GMT

Why is the drug reference getting all the press? Has no one noticed Johnson alluded to Obama as an Uncle Tom? That is far more "out of bounds" than a poorly veiled reference to Obama's youthful drug use.

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Lee — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:10:09 GMT

And don't forget the Al Sharpton double standard position. Had the comment been made by a white person, he would have been calling for his resignation along with an apology, and who knows what else.

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--NSMsnbc — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:12:23 GMT

[I am beginning to think that some prominent members of the black community see Obama Barack as an outsider because Caucasian/African heritage. Implying that any recent immigrant of African decent who does not have a slave lineage has no connection with African American experience.
Chuck, Atlanta, GA (Sent Thursday, January 17, 2008 1:06 PM)]
--An interesting point Chuck, and I digress from the topic of this thread. I have noticed that the African American communities and the African communities do not necessarily mix. There is a distinct separation between the two. I must say that although I do not agree with your conclusion, it is an interesting point.
--It might, on the other hand, explain his ability to work with a variety of groups and peoples.

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C. Platinum — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 19:12:53 GMT

Janice - Kettering, OH

Well, it's TRUE that Obama was doing stuff in the neighborhood back then. Why should it be off-limits for someone to bring it back up from time to time. No one ever hesitates to bring up Bill Clinton's past indiscretions. I think Obama's past DOES speak to his character, just as Bill Clinton's past speaks to his character. I don't think an apology should have been issued.....I think Bob Johnson meant exactly what he said, and if Obama and his supporters can't take it, Obama won't get my vote. And until this very moment, I planned to vote for Obama. I'll have to give Hillary another look...

The problem wasn't that what Obama did in his past was brought up, it was the way Bob Johnson said what he said and where he said it. Then afterwards not coming clean about what he meant, lying about what meant. Similar to what Bill Clinton did when he "didn't have sexual relations," but really did have sexual relations. Obama never lied about his actions in the past, Bill has lied (lies on a daily basis actually) and Bob just came clean about his. I think you should take another look at Obama, at least can tell you the truth.

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sheila g siler — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:33:33 GMT

Why is race a factor at all instead of the facts. I
am ashamed at the reaction of some of our black people. Shame on you.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

K. Smith — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:36:51 GMT

American people wake up....if Hillary wins the nomination for the Democrats, please vote Republican...I am a democratic but I am tired of their tricks and lies...Bob Johnson is a stooge and it is a BIG disgrace that the black establishment won't back Obama..what a shame!!! This opprotunity may never come again for a century way after this generation is over. Some of these balck leaders are so full of jealousy. They want to be the ONLY ones in the spotlight. Just pause and think and vote for Obama for some of the great ideas he has like punishing companies who outsource American jobs by removing their tax benefits. These so called 'Black Leaders' are making a big mistake. Jealousy will kill the black race if we are not careful!!!!!

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SeedOfChange — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:37:49 GMT

Obama, Reagan brought true change during his interview with right wing magazine. This is the problem with waffler, he tries to everything to everyone

http://youdecide08.foxnews.com/2008/01/17/the-political-wire-against-the-grain-romney-earns-nevada-paper-endorsement/

http://news.rgj.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20080115/VIDEO/80115026&oaso=news.rgj.com/breakingnews

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Jay, Maryland — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:38:25 GMT

First it was Sheehan in New Hampshire-Oops, I' sorry, but don't you think that white folks are not going to elect a black man who did cocaine and maybe sold it.

Then there was Bob Kerrey-Oops, I'm sorry, that Barack is not a Muslim

Then there is Bob Johnson, oh , yes, Bob Johnson who compares Barack to Sidney Poitier ( Guess who's coming to dinner ) a not to inidrect reference to White fears that his election might promote white/black relationships and black fears that he is not black enough.

Is this all a coincidence, on the eve of the Nevada Caucus ( huge hispanic population) and the South Carolina primary ( huge black population). Doubt it. It's just the Clinton drag down machine and it is working like perfection. Proof is that we are still talking about it. I won't vote for Hillary even if it means voting Republican, at least I know where they stand!

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joe — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:39:36 GMT

i am a democrat and i'm sick of the clinton's campaign style of "win at all cost". i really liked bill and i believe his presidency is one hell of a legacy but i do not think that entitles hillary to be president at all cost.
if senator obama does not win the nomination i may go for gov. romney but not hillary.

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JG, St. Louis, MO — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:40:52 GMT

If it were a white person who had made these comments about Obama, Al Not-Very-Sharpton would have been the first person to come out publicly and demand the immediate firing of that person from the Clinton campaign. Where is his outrage and concern for our rights, now?

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B. Reed-Gadson — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:41:36 GMT

Apology rejected. As an African-American, I am extremely angry that a purveyor of video filth and thuggish behavior, Bob Johnson, would even attempt to denigrate the character of Senator Barack Obama. What Bob Johnson and his supporters have done/are doing to the African-American community with the garbage that permeates the minds of the youth via BET is tantamount to treason. As an independent voter I had no plans to vote in the MO. primary but not now ... Go Obama Go!

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Duane Seattle Wa — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:41:46 GMT

Bob Johnson reminds me of a crab in a pot

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Jay, Maryland — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:42:47 GMT

Bob Johnson is a traitor! To black people and the Democratic Partner. Bob Johnson looks out for one person Bob Johnson. He cheated on his wife, and pimps the black community with mysoginist video and ghetto life on BET, just to make a buck. I am surprised he doesn't own a liquor store to sell alcholo to our youth. Why would anyone listen to Bob Johnson, I don't know. Ops I guess the Clinton do.

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CONNIE,, CHARLOTTESVILLE, V A. — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:46:06 GMT

i REALLY WANTED TO VOTE FOR A FEMALE PRESIDENT, BUT WATCHING hILLARY BE SO DISHONEST, I WILL NOT VOTE FOR HER. WE HAVE SUFFERED THRU A BUSH DYNASTY, WE DONT NEED A CLINTON DYNASTY TO DRAG US DOWN FURTHER.

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TERRIE — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:46:24 GMT

TO: ROBERT, NEW YOUR, NY

OBAMA HAS A GREAT CHANCE TO WIN THE NOMINATION REGARDLESS OF THE CLINTON MACHINE. THERE'S SOMETHING SPECIAL ABOUT OBAMA. THIS ALL HAPPENED TO REVEAL THE CHARACTERS OF MANY PEOPLE IN THE HILLARY CAMP, ETC. I THOUGHT HIGHLY OF HER PRIOR TO THE RACE CARD BAITING. THE OUTCOME YOU PREDICTED IS WHAT THEY WANT, BUT IF IT'S MEANT FOR OBAMA TO BE PRESIDENT THNN HE WILL. KEEP THE FAITH. OVERALL THE AMERICAN PEOPLE WILL SEE THROUGH ALL THIS MANIPULATION AND CALCULATIONS.

KEEP THE FAITH

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Raymond R. Lucas — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:47:06 GMT

Stop giving microphones to idiots, and we won't have this sort of problem anymore.

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Billy Dee, Minneapolis, Minnesota — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:50:11 GMT

What is the big deal Mr. Johnson, I am sure that you also did drugs during your youth. At least you turn yourself around. Look at Mr. Obama, a scholar, congress man, he is sure the best example of anyone can follow; be it black or white. Now that you have apologized to Mr. Obama, you must apologize to the black community.

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Caorlj — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:50:18 GMT

Bush-Clinton-Bush, Clinton-Bush-Clinton... We Must CHANGE This?? Old,very Bash and COLD!! And to really be Truthful...No not one! Person who became President HAD ANY Experience for that Job. It has always been OTJT 101- ON THE JOB Training for every.. Listen very carefully to what,how,who and to whom.

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MAC, St. Louis, Mo — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:52:20 GMT

Bob Johnson is of little consequence to "real" black people - we understood who he was when he sold out. As to the Clintons - money and false respect won over reason - they needed and got a "highly visible" Negro to do there heavy lifting. At the end of the day, who really won? Whether or not Obama goes forward -WE do know that there are no limits to Johnson's antics and the Clinton's tacit approval- where is the integrity?? Hillary - what about being a Goldwater Girl during the critical times of the movement and MLK's times - that too is a little too much spin!! And you, Bill - be glad that Hillary has a "forgiving" heart - you had your time and maybe to some you were a adopted "soul brother" - and based upon what - you at an afterhours joint, blowing a sax and not inhaling or enjoying? It seems to me that Obama just needs to "keep" on - those who are swayed by the Clintons - needs to be with the Clintons - whether you win or not - keep on being you!!!

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Jesse, Burnsville, MN — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:54:19 GMT

Is this a trend or what? Why are Hillary's supporters constantly saying stupid things about Obama and then having to apologize for them? I don't see Obama's surrogates having to apologize to Hillary. Is it because they are not attacking her?

Why can't Hillary control her attack dogs? Oh wait, she has. She's been sicking them on Obama for months. She can't do it herself, though, because then she couldn't be the crybaby before each primary.

Oh yeah, she's not divisive though. Yeah Right!

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Michael,PHX. — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:58:42 GMT

Mrs. Clinton--you continue to disappoint this lifelong Democrat--I'm frankly embarrased by the behavior of yourself and your husband.
Be proud however--your daughter is a class act.

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tired of slash and burn, seattle, wa — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 20:59:16 GMT

i really despise that woman...i'd rather have a president with a vision than a president with a 10 point plan on how to wipe my butt better.

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CHRIS THOMAS — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:01:23 GMT

THERE IS ONE THING ALL OF US CAN LEAVE BEHIND AFTER DEATH, IRREGARDLESS OF MONEY, IS A GOOD NAME. "HERE LIES MR. BEN JOHNSON, BILLIONAIRE. HOWEVER, HE HAD NO CLASS." THE WORDS OF MR. JOHNSON HAVE ALREADY ACCOMPLISH AN EVIL INTENT,AND NO AMOUNT OF APPOLOGIES CAN BRING THEM BACK. I SPENT YEARS ADMIRING AND DEFENDING THE CLINTONS AGAINST SIMULAR REPUBLICAN ATTACKS ONLY TO NOW SEE THESE PEOPLE FOR WHO THEY REALLY ARE. IT IS SAID, "YOU CAN TELL A LOT ABOUT THE CHARACTER OF A MAN/WOMAN WHEN THEY ARE PLACED UNDER PRESSURE." I NOW SEE THE CLINTONS FOR WHAT THEY ARE. I'M KNOW A COMMITTED OBAMA SUPPORTER.
MR. JOHNSON, MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

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Larry Slack, Lombard Il — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:01:37 GMT

I am an African-American male who was over the Atlantic Ocean on my way to Viet Nam when the announcement came that the beloved warrior, intelectual, prominent,and devote minister and advocate for black progress was assinated (1968-69). I marched in the aftermat of Dr. King's assination as a student at Malcolm X College in Chicago on behalf what Dr. King stood for. After research, it was determined that I am a desendant of 'Nat Turner'. To Andrew Young, Charles Rangel, and ofcourse, Mr. Rich ass Bob Johnson; And the many psychologically ignornant whipped Blacks here in America, I would give my life to (in-person) congradualate you for advocating for a caucasian, oppose to a Black man, who has children with more courage than you. History will not let you off the hook you sorry #@!&*%*(s). Wake up! You may be rich and in positions of power (that these desendants of those who enslaved, and are enslaving Afro-Americans today),but understand one thing, the Caucausian race here in America will allow you to enter their circle only when it is to their advantage. Let's get this clear, The clintons are Caucasian idiot!

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fumerop@yahoo.com — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:02:49 GMT

The Obama-ites are acting like prima-donnas. Now its not allowed to criticize him because he's black? Get a life! Public figures should be criticized, scrutinized, and peeled back like an onion. They claim this is a clean race. Ptui! They are playing just as hard ball as everyone else. Its just that they play the "I'm black" card and just for that you can't criticize me, "'cause I'm black".

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Marv,Upstate,NY — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:03:29 GMT

Bob Johnson is a hypocrite, the only thing he has done for African Americans, is to further perpetuate the European belief that we are a people of no morals, that we have no work ethics, and that violence is our only mode of communication, If this is questionable just turn on BET. The Clinton’s have tried to use other character attacks on Obama in an attempt to get him to play into the stereo type (angry black man syndrome) to discredit his impeccable character. We as a black community are not stupid, our issues as a people stem from the many years of slavery, and racism. The affects of that era will not heal over night, and it is high time that the media and the world understand that. This election is about healing the country and turning around the economy. There is not a one candidate that can claim they are free of poor choices in their life. The bible has a quote that states “when I was a child I spoke as a child, but when I became a man I put away childish things”. Obama is no longer a child so his youthful actions should be acknowledge and that’s it. Hillary is a smart woman and she would bring some changes to the country, but are they the changes that would benefit us if they are achieved by the same tactics used in this campaign. Whether people see Obama as black, white, mixed, or whatever, the question that should be the first and for most is he the most qualified person for the presidency. I am 98% a yes at this point. The self control factor and other components of his campaign have brought me to this decision.

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CHRIS THOMAS — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:04:08 GMT

THERE IS ONE THING ALL OF US CAN LEAVE BEHIND AFTER DEATH, IRREGARDLESS OF MONEY, IS A GOOD NAME. "HERE LIES MR. BOB JOHNSON, BILLIONAIRE. HOWEVER, HE HAD NO CLASS." THE WORDS OF MR. JOHNSON HAVE ALREADY ACCOMPLISH AN EVIL INTENT,AND NO AMOUNT OF APPOLOGIES CAN BRING THEM BACK. I SPENT YEARS ADMIRING AND DEFENDING THE CLINTONS AGAINST SIMULAR REPUBLICAN ATTACKS ONLY TO NOW SEE THESE PEOPLE FOR WHO THEY REALLY ARE. IT IS SAID, "YOU CAN TELL A LOT ABOUT THE CHARACTER OF A MAN/WOMAN WHEN THEY ARE PLACED UNDER PRESSURE." I NOW SEE THE CLINTONS FOR WHAT THEY ARE. I'M KNOW A COMMITTED OBAMA SUPPORTER.
MR. JOHNSON, MAY YOU REST IN PEACE.

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D.Sharpley Spring Hill, Fl — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:05:09 GMT

When speaking of Senator Obama one only has to look over his record in Illinois, and know that he is a person who will and has worked with people of both parties. If one thinks that he gets a free ride, why hasn't someone mention that one of Senator Clinton's leadin advisors works for the company responible for the loaning of money from foreign countries.

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Tony Newbill — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:05:11 GMT

If Hillary has the Experience to lead , then why didn't this get stopped by her expertise ??????

how can we trust a candidate that has the record of influence , and what does this say about the experience to lead , if these kinds of influences are not caught right up front , how can Hillary claim she has the right experience to stop these kinds of Illegal affairs , that even still is willing to take the funds , only to give them back , once the spot light has been cast upon them and their corruption of generating the finds like this example ;Clinton to Return Funds from Fundraiser Hsu
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=14316806 .

I mean these people have to have a constant policing going on around them 24 / 7 , or we the people get manipulated to death , and so how can you trust em , and why should we start right out worrying about this kind of stuff ????

I like the Idea Barack Obama has about a Leader needing to be able to pick the right people to run the boby of Government .

Barack Obama , the candidate for Peace and Prosperity can get the job done with Dignity and class , to restore the hope for the future of all .
Thanks for your time and have a Great day in the USA . Tony in Wickenburg, AZ

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myview, philadelphia, pa — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:06:21 GMT

Grow up. Obama did do something back in the neighborhood. So did everybody else. Its a personal experience that made him (Obama) the great man that he is today. What's wrong with stating opinions or referring to facts. Johnson is entitled to his opinion, and so is the Obama campaign for that matter. If the Clinton campaign set this course for Johnson, which I doubt, then poo poo on him. It was a campaign event. Everyone's so sensitive. If you want to blame someone for this discussion, blame the media for picking it to the bone and giving it life. What's wrong with Senator Clinton saying she took Johnson at his word? What could she have said that we or the media would not disect or tear apart to determine "what she really meant". Johnson said what he said, the Obama campaign hit the ball back, Hillary hit it again but it hit the net. It gave no benefit to either campaign but it paid the bills for another day for the pundits.

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MT, EG, Cali — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:09:36 GMT

I dont think there is a "Black Value System". There is only one true "Value System" and it begins with integrity ad morality. I don't think Obama has a problem with the negative comments. It doesn't seem possible considering he is a minority politician. negative comments and criticism comes with that. I beleive his concern spreads across the Political party in general.

If racial lines become an integral part of this Primary race, then the Democrats will inevitably be divided which will mean victory for the Republican party. I think he has done an excellent job, not allowing himself, nor his campaign to get entrenched in the mudslinging. I also beleive that it's not his character. Sometimes you have to pay more attention to the things you don't see......

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LH, Kalamazoo, MI — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:12:26 GMT

Ok, for the person who put that Senator Obama never apologized for the way his press secretary handled the race issue, you are wrong. He apologized at the top of the Nevada Democratic Debate and stated, I am paraphrasing, that his press secretary got over zealous and thought she was acting on his behalf but actually was a misrepresentation of what he stood for and how he wanted to win this campaign.

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Brad Eleven, Houston, TX — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:12:54 GMT

It's abundantly clear that the Clintons will stop at nothing to regain the presidency. They're inexorably tied to corporate money and influence, and so must do their bidding, even during the campaign for the party nomination. That means dirty tricks, like having others sling the mud for them. I wouldn't be at all surprised to learn that the Clinton camp is spying on its competitors, a la Carly Fiorina of HP.

I don't know much about Senator Obama. I do think that he represents a chance--maybe our last chance--to get this unspeakably vile behavior out of the Oval Office. I do know for sure that I'd never, ever vote to sustain a dynasty. Think about it: Bush, Clinton, Bush, Clinton. It is not a coincidence. If you're doing well with the status quo, support Hillary. Send her campaign all the spare cash that you don't dare invest in anything legitimate right now, because she represents your best shot at keeping things the way they are.

If you want things to change, invest some time and do your homework. Find the candidate who has a track record--not just a made-up reputation--for representing the electorate, not the corporations. Don't just vote, talk to your friends and explain to them what you've found.

I like Barack Obama. I like the way he speaks. I've heard truly wonderful things about him. You can bet I'll find out everything I can about him and whomever else is still on the primary circuit before the Texas primary elections.

And you can bet your last dollar that I won't be voting Republican for the foreseeable future. I've had enough of watching politicians waste my tax dollars on obstruction and corruption.

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Lee, New York, NY — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:19:07 GMT

Now let's see if the media will give this apology the play it deserves! They had a large part in helping the Clintons achieve their goal of injecting race into the picture and helping to slow the momentum of the Obama campaign by playing the clip over and over...now media pundits...do your part! Tim Russert, Chris Mathews...

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Vote for Change — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:20:33 GMT

The people that value Bob Johnson's pitiful opinion can't even vote - they are either too young or felons ala his BET programming and who it targets, Hillary thought just because he is the founder of BET she'd get the black vote, what she didn't bother to check was his standing amongst well educated and mindful blacks. We are NOT fans and thus not a fan of her.

You are the company you keep.

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aware, Hilo, Hawaii — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:23:21 GMT

An Independent run for President is looking better every day!

Check:

http://www.trumpetmag.com/home.cfm

This is from Obama's church website. Interesting?However, Obama isn't Black. He is a Mulato who attends a Black Liberation church.

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Gloop-Eye, 322 Des PLaines AVe #303, Forest Park, Il 60130 — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:23:48 GMT

I am an original "hippie" and I'm proud of it. We were against the war, we believed in peace and love, not like the gangbangers today.

I am not afraid of the people that were smoking pot and taking LSD in the 70s, I'm AFRAID OF THE PEOPLE THAT WERE NOT TAKING DRUGS!!!....

If you were NOT taking drugs, then where were you?
The straight people back then were the weirdos!!

Talk about a bunch of dorks....

Get with it....pot should be legalized and tax the hell out of it...like Amsterdam.....

People who are going to blow their minds out on drugs will find something....it has nothing to do with POT!

Nutcases will snort Draino!....if they get their hands on it.....

The old timer know that cocaine is the "devil's dandruff".....and needles and heroin are bad news...
but some weefer....some shrooms? Give me a break!

Grow up Everybody.....

The Gloop-Eye

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Cade Adams — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:24:54 GMT

That Mr Johnson apologized to Obama for those remarks he made is the lest we could expect from him.He maybe too rich and too House-Nigger to understand that this Election is about ecological,economical and security change USA has to make NOW as a world Leader, seeing our planet dying, the gap between rich and poor wider Today the World and specially America need less of imposters like Mr Johnson more a doer like Obama or Edwards.

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Bill, Corpus Christi, TX — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:24:57 GMT

This is an interesting dirty campaigning tactic that is gaining increased use, especially by HRC. You have a big supporter say something bad about the other guy, usually Obama, and the media makes a big deal out of it. Then a few days later, the same person issues a big apology. So the media covers that, but replays the initial criticism, so that you get the criticism in the news twice.

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Obama Supporter, Atlanta, Georgia — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:25:30 GMT

Why would anyone even listen to Bob Johnson. He is responsible for the disaster that is BET. It is the single most offensive vehicle that spreads black sterotypes. He has made millions of dollars exploiting African-American sterotypes. Maybe that's his real problem. He can't stand that Obama doesn't live up to his idea of how blacks should be publically presented.

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Hank, Pgh,Pa. — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:29:13 GMT

Bob Johnson has proven to be a puppet not only in the tv media but also on the campaign trail too. The BET channel perpetuates the degradation of our people and is obviously no foundation for our young females seeking the proper direction. His network focuses on young girls shaking their behinds and being disrepected by his promotion of glorified criminals and gang members. There is very little news helping African Americans identify with the issues of their lives and how to make decisions that will be of value. I think he is afraid to take up the challenge of broadcasting the truth about where we are and where we need to go. It is sad commentary. Just watch BET. It's black entertainment alright. I BET he watches the show too. He's fake.

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Pam, Oakland, Ca. — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:30:50 GMT

I have a dream.

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Jay Link, Chicago, IL — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:32:59 GMT

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama for speaking the truth. Only in politics I guess..lol

What a non story...
Wait until the press starts putting out the Obama/Rezko stuff...You Obama supporters will be livid then...
Oh and btw. I have mentioned the Rezko story in 4 posts and First Read failed to publish all of them... What are you trying to hide?

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Gary, Hartford, CT — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:38:37 GMT

Bob Johnson proves it again. No matter how much money a person has, you just can't buy class. (See Donald Trump). BET has done more to carry forward negative black stereotypes than any other media outlet. Get rid of him.

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K Ledenbach, Los Angeles, CA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:39:23 GMT

I want to thank Hillary and Bob for helping me decide who not to vote for. Sorry Hillary.

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Tony B. — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:40:07 GMT

Obama's experience is not to be understated. His education alone is without peer in American politics. Getting into Harvard Law is next to impossible (6% acceptance rate). Becoming the editor-in-chief of the Law Review means he was essentially the top law student in the nation when he graduated (my apologies to the rest of the Ivy League).

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Hank,Pgh,Pa. — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:44:06 GMT

baw. The black value system is just what it says, Black value system. And Barack says very little in reference to Hillary's constant jabs at him. Your comment deserves very little response, also. After what blacks have been through and are going through in America with many white's trying to act like there's no problem, it's hard to think that you can't fathom that blacks are trying to better themselves. But that mentality you have is exactly why this country has a problem when black people take up and attempt to change for the better. Civil Rights were won only 40 years ago. We haven't even gotten started and you guys haven't changed. You've only re-arranged the deck chairs on a sinking ship. Please!

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Little Benny Franklin — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:45:06 GMT

Trusting a Chicago politician is the worst form of delusion.
Hero worship will again make americans choose the wrong person.
Foolishness is not a form of realism, just children looking for a daddy.

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Shashi, Hackensack, NJ — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:49:02 GMT

Democrats have had so much fun making light of Bush's drunken/drugged-up past. Why isn't it ok to do it to their own? Obama WAS a drug user, after all. Bill(ary) was too - except (t)he(y) didn't inhale.

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Marbw — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:49:09 GMT

Barack Obama
Senior Lecturer in Law

EDUCATION

Harvard Law School, J.D. 1991, Magna Cum Laude.
President, Harvard Law Review
Executive Board, Black Law Students' Association
Columbia University, Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, 1983

US Senator from Illinois 2004-present
Senate Foreign Relations Commitee
Senate Commitee on Veterans' Affairs
Senate Commitee on Health, Education, Labor, Pensions
Senate Committee on Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs

Illinois State Senator - 13th Legislative District, Chicago, 1996 - 2004
Minority Spokesperson for the Public Health & Welfare Committee, Member of the Judiciary and Revenue Committees, Co-Chair of the Joint Committee on Administrative Rules.
Areas of legislative interest include welfare reform; public school funding and accountability; tax accountability and tax fairness; campaign finance and ethics reform; job training and workforce preparation; economic development and technology access; and juvenile justice issues.

University of Chicago Law School
Senior Lecturer, 1993 -

Miner, Barnhill & Galland, P.C.
Of Counsel, 1996 -
Specializing in civil rights and voting rights litigation, employment law, and the representation of not-for-profit and community development corporations in urban redevelopment activities.
Associate, 1993 - 1996
Litigated voting rights and employment cases, wrote appellate briefs and argued appeals in the United States Court of Appeals, helped to structure and finance efforts to construct mixed-income housing to replace public housing in and around Cabrini Green, served as general counsel to community health clinics, social service agencies, and charter schools throughout Chicago.

Illinois Project Vote
Director, April 1992 - November 1992
Organized and directed a voter registration and education campaign targeted at minority and low-income voters in Cook County. Recruited and managed 10 paid staff and 700 volunteers; helped raise $200,000 for the project; coordinated a companion multi-media campaign; established office and reporting systems. Resulted in approximately 150,000 newly registered voters in the 1992 Presidential election.

Developing Communities Project
Director, June 1985 - June 1988
Organized and directed a not-for-profit community development program in low-income areas of Chicago's Far South Side. With a membership of over twenty churches and civic groups, the organization trained local leaders to formulate and execute a range of community development projects, including job training programs for area unemployed, college prep programs for low-income students, parent initiatives to reform public schools, and campaigns to clean up hazardous waste sites.

Business International Corporation
Writer/Financial Analyst, January 1984 - January 1985
Researched, wrote and edited articles, reports, and how-to manuals on international business and finance for multinational corporations.

Honors

Outstanding Legislator Awards from Campaign for Better Health Care and Illinois Primary Health Care Association, 1998

Best Freshman Legislator Award from Independent Voters of Illinois/Independent Precinct Organizations, 1997

Legal Eagle Award for litigation leading to Illinois' compliance with national "Motor Voter" Legislation, 1995

Monarch Award for Outstanding Public Service, 1994

Crain's Chicago Business "40 Under 40" Award, 1993

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ChrisO — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:49:54 GMT

I thought Johnson's comments were uncalled for and completely out of bounds, but I at least give him credit for apologizing, and in a very clear manner that didn't make excuses of try to somehow characterize his remarks. But Obama supporters are a notoriously unforgiving lot. Hillary said his comments were out of bounds, but apparently she was supposed to launch a full scale attack on one of her prominent supporters. I don't think you'll find too many candidates who willingly throw billionaire supporters under the bus, as pleasing as that would be to the Obama people. Johnson put her in a very difficult position, and I'm guessing the Clinton people have been pressuring him to apologize. Influential fundraisers aren't like other people associated with campaigns. I doubt that Johnson takes marching orders from too many people.

I also recall during the Nevada debate that Obama conceded that his supporters can be overzealous, and that he wished they didn't say some of the things they said. Obama's supporters of course view this as another example of his incredible graciousness, conveniently glossing over the fact that he didn't name anyone, or disavow any specific action. Some of what the Clintons have done has disappointed me, but I think people are a little too forgiving of those who take every opportunity to brand someone a "racist." That is an incredibly serious charge, and the Obama camp has taken to use that as a knee jerk response for an incredibly wide range of controversies. Apparently any criticism of Obama is de facto racist.

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Kathryn in Bham — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:50:25 GMT

First Read - why didn't you post my response to the friends I have made on this thread? I thought it was intelligent and very relevant...

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Marbw — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:51:27 GMT

“Shhhh… Don’t Tell The Clintons What Black People Really Think Of BET and Bob Johnson”

http://thinkonthesethings.wordpress.com/2008/01/14/shhhh-dont-tell-the-clintons-what-black-people-really-think-of-bet-and-bob-johnson/

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jj — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:51:55 GMT

THIS SHOULD BE WALK IN PARK FOR MIT ROMNEY.

or GUILIANI.

-vp jeri thompson-

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jj — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:52:38 GMT

"THE BUSINESS OF AMERICA-is business".

-CALVIN COOLIDGE-

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Damon Boch — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:53:01 GMT

Those of us who are Christian believe in the reality of sin but also of redemption.
I can think of no more powerful symbol to the millions in jail on drug charges than to have a man who not only overcame, but crushed the demon of drug use and has grown from strength to strength.
The other candidates will continue misguided and counterproductive policies on drugs. I'd rather have this man who has been sober for 30 years lead and inspire on this important issue.

Obama is the only one who has reminded us that there can be a UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. Its time.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Clintons undoing — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:54:11 GMT

Shelley, VA

Why did it take this to make you realize that BET is a horrible reflection on black people?

Chaunda (Sent Thursday, January 17, 2008 1:47 PM)

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Oh it didn't believe me. Educated black haven't watched BET in ages.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

jj — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:54:16 GMT

JUST TO MAKE BUSH TAX cuts-PERMANENT.

-AND ELECT MIT ROMNEY-CE0.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Truth Seeker, Los Angeles, CA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:56:55 GMT

I so sick of the beating Hillary continues to get from all over, but in specific from some black voters. If the African American community doesn't support Hillary " or the The Clintons" after all they have done for them...then I hope you all end up in the same injustices that you so strongly hold onto from the past. Reading some of the reports and blogs from the African or black community...is like watching the OJ Simpson jurors all over again. They hear one thing and do another for the sake of their own kind. Ignorance is not blessed!!!

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Lamont Hunter — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 21:57:34 GMT

Hopefully, People of all races will see through this attempt to assassinate the character, and accomplishment of Mr. Obama. Mr. obama is the only canidate who is pushing and promoting unity in the United States. he is a positive change from the war monger, cash hungry, flip flopping politicians who have been in charge of our country for the past 16 years (yes, including the Clinton years). America, let's continue to try to look past race, and people's past, and look at the real situations at hand. Oil, healthcare, jobs, homelessness, the over bearing control of our government by big business, lobbyist who buy their way into politicaians' votes, etc. If we truly want change, and are comitted to making it happen, teh only way we can get our country back on track is by unifying and electing Mr. Obama

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

FRANK RUCK, GLEN ELLYN, IL — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:02:34 GMT

The sad truth is that in the world of politics, it's the “saying that matters”, not the apologizing.
Bob Johnson intended to say exactly what he did and he meant exactly what we all know he meant, by his reference to Obama’s book.
DAMAGE DONE!
His subsequent apology is insulting to anyone with half a brain, it paints this man as the political hack he is willing to lower himself the level he has (the only reason the Clinton’s haven’t totally distanced themselves from him is the same reason for most that goes on at these levels…………..money and Bob Johnson has billions of dollars). Jonson’s comments are reminiscent of similar Clinton campaign tactics, in recent comments made within the last week on the Chris Matthews Show, immediately after the New Hampshire debate, and exposed immediately by Joe Trippi of the Edward’s campaign no less, when Clinton’s chief political strategist purposefully used the word “cocaine”, three (3) times, intentionally, to drive home the message that Obama used drugs as a teenager; so desperate was the Clinton campaign at that moment in time.
AGAIN DAMAGE DONE!
Any of these folks who later apologize, do so only because of the immediate uproar after-wards. I highly doubt any of these people have a sincere bone in their body! IN CASE YOU DON’T KNOW IT’S CALLED “SPIN!”
Sadly, in America, the message continues that all that counts is winning; not the manner with which one wins

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Jerry, Chattanooga, TN — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:04:44 GMT

The Clintons are shameless pursuers of power and will do whatever they must to sieze control of the Executive Branch of our national government again. With an exemplary candidate like Sen. Obama available, it baffles me to see so many Democrats, especially African-American ones, preparing to vote back into power a woman who is without scruples, and her husband, who seems to be amoral. His lying under oath, getting impeached in Congress and losing his license to practice law seem to be of no consequence to their admirers. It is dismaying to see the real possibility that this duo will be occupying the ultimate seat of power again come January 20, 2009. Obama is a far superior candidate. God help America.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Dee, Hermitage TN — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:04:51 GMT

I am a female voter and was a supporter of Hillary Clinton's. I have since changed my mind. Hillary and Bill will do anything to win. They do not respect the intelligence of people. They will play the race card and expect Blacks to be so stupid that they can't see what they are doing and will vote for them anyway. Not anymore.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Chris Smith, San Diego — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:08:42 GMT

I am an African America Californian registered voter, here is my take on the events of this current election.

Hillary Clinton is not interested in making change for this country. She wants to be PRESIDENT, please dont belive the rhetoric she is spewing, the fake tears, at the end of the day...she is in bed with large corporations and pretending to spread the retoric her opponents are gaining ground on. She is trying to devide the african american community by making Obama look like he is unelectable, making innuendos and statements that cause older african americans to feel that he is not going to win. Then men like Bob Johnson attack the character of a man who can truely bring about change in this country. Let's face it..men like Bob Johnson, Rev Al Sharpton, Jesse Jackson are not backing him because they themselves are afraid of becoming insignificant.
Mr. Obama, I am a black man who was born in raised in this country, I appluad you for your diginity, and how you have stood up under this pressure. You are the new generational leader, crossing socio-economic, racial, politcal, and religious lines. Sir. You are EXACTLY what this country needs, strong leadership, with dignity.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Souljah, Atlanta, GA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:12:38 GMT

Hillary and Bob please!

Bob Johnson is in cahoots with one of Bill's ex-Chief of Staff (he runs 11 lucrative car dealerships). Bob we didn't fall for the oookeey doke...and you wonder why your wife left you (and married your divorce attorney - hilarious).

I'm more concerned that Hillary stayed with a CHEATING man, than the fact that they both smoked some weed. Guarantee you 90% of the folks in here, tried it once in there life.

Now has Obama or his WIFE ever brought up that fact. No, he takes the higher ground and let's his EXPERIENCE and RECORD speak for itself.

Ummm...by the way. I'm a little concerned that you will not be able to run the country, without hubby taking up for you -or- you'll just cry a crocodile tear everytime you face confrontation!

If you can't hang with the big dogs, I guess you stay married to one!

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

jfjfjfjj, — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:14:36 GMT

hey laeve obama alone
im votin 4 him

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

KNH, Honolulu — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:16:59 GMT

Bringing up Obama's drug use is fair game, it's part of who his is and his character. Voters can decide if it's a problem for them, similar to Clinton's "I didn't inhale." (If I remember correctly you didn't have to inhale, merely breathe.)

However, Bob Johnson's comment about being "like Sidney Poitier" is totally without merit - as if first, that's a bad thing, and second, what? Not black enough? I'm not sure I understand the rationale for that comment although it was a cheap and cheezy shot at a well-respected actor. Clinton should have immediately said it was wrong, instead of waiting until she was asked numerous times, and then side-stepping because Johnson is a major player on her team.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

R.A.Durbin — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:20:12 GMT

We Dont Need Hillary Rodhsm Clinton In The White House.Remember Whitewater!! And All the Scandals. All I Can Say Is read the book called THE CLINTON CHRONICLES BEFORE YOU VOTE FOR HILLARY.Very Interesting Reading

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

C. Platinum — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:22:11 GMT

Jay Link, Chicago, IL said-

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama for speaking the truth. Only in politics I guess..lol

What a non story...
Wait until the press starts putting out the Obama/Rezko stuff...You Obama supporters will be livid then...
Oh and btw. I have mentioned the Rezko story in 4 posts and First Read failed to publish all of them... What are you trying to hide?

The reason why there isn't a Rezko story? Because there is NO story to tell! Get a life Jay Link...are you even from Chicago? I doubt it! GO OBAMA 08!!!

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Michael R Johnson, Wichita Kansas — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:22:29 GMT

See, same old government, trying to devide us, come on people.
total change from old government.
new direction.
Ron Paul.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Alfreida Kirksey — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:26:01 GMT

After reading many of these comments, it is quite obvious that better education should be one of the foremost issues in this election. Do people even know how to spell anymore?

I truly believe that Obama is the right person to become the President of the United States.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Pat Bivens, Virginia Beach, Va — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:28:19 GMT

I do not understand how anybody could want Obama for president, he has not substance. If you listen to him, he does shave his answers. I personally am going to support Hillary Clinton, I believe she is the right person, at the right time in our history as Nation. She deserves better than she is getting in South Carolina and elsewhere, it my wish that Al Gore would come for her.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

sa — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:30:01 GMT

Well, the damage is done is it not? That's the clinton machine working for you. They attack and smear him on national tv publicly and then apologise with tongue in cheek by sending letters.If you strip Ms.clinton of her surrogates,the establishment and the clout of her ex she is nothing but a mediocre senator, where as Senator Obama is consistent throughout and came up on his own steam with such great odds stacked against him. He is running a very positive campaign and is trying hard to stay above the nasty ways of old world politics which hillary is consistently waging against him. Way to go Obama! You are the ONE!

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

gayle, sf .ca — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:30:04 GMT

I hope that all americans can see the clinton's for what they really are. Great lairs . Also shame on Mr. Johnson he is truely a disgrace to the black race a total sell-out. I hope all of this back-lash by hillary will show her true colors. More power to obama. I will vote for him

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Bobby Carter — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:32:03 GMT

An apology do not erase Bob Johnson's outrageously provoke statement. "What is said, is also heard and written." I for one cannot and will not accept his apology. But I'm not Barack, and thats why he has my vote.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Constantine — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:39:05 GMT

Obama has never played the race card. The Clintons brought in the race in this race when Mrs. Clinton talked about MLK civil rights fight and Mr Clinton talked about Obama as a “kid” …The Clintons appear to be liars as they did cautioned the after Bob comments press release saying Bob J was referring to community work that Obama was doing! I don't know who advised him to apologize but I do know he is obviously not smart and his adviser missed the real good occasion to apologise just after they received an appeal from Obama campaign demanding them to refute those comments – what the Clintons didn’t, to mean this apology - has come too late.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Bobby Carter — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:46:00 GMT

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

obama supporter — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 22:53:18 GMT

I really want to move on..but at the same time I have two points to make about the attacks on Obama and the truth about Hillary Clinton that somehow The Clinton supporters and media are certainly hoping we will forget.

I'll start with the latter first.
1. The truth is, while in her 20's, Ms. Hillary was a "Goldwater girl"...not just a republican - a Goldwater republican. She might have always been about helping kids...but in no way was she a civil rights advocate.In fact, had she had her way and her candidate was elected, the civil rights act might've remained a "pipe dream". It's one thing to say we want a doer and not a dreamer...but to actually claim that she's been doing good for civil rights for all these years...is very misleading. We need someone who can both envision a better tomorrow, and make it happen. I don't think her vision supports a better tomorrow. She scares me.
2. Kerry fell prey to Republican attacks, made nice and allowed his candidacy to get derailed and bogged down with unnecessary apologies. Hilary is trying to play the same game with Obama ...getting him on the defensive when he should not do so. I really liked the fact that Edwards did not fall for this during the last debates..instead when asked if he regretted "piling on and ganging up on Clinton with Obama"..his response was...I" tell the truth." I say, "Thank you!." That's what we need..a good dose of truth if that exists in politics. God help us.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

PC, CA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 23:14:13 GMT

It's not the allusion to Obama's past drug use that made Johnson's comments so offensive, it was the Sidney Poitier comment-essentially what George Will calls "calling someone an Uncle Tom in an age that has not read Uncle Tom's Cabin." It was completely out of line and it shows just how far Clinton will go to be elected.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Mel, Los Angeles, CA — Thu, 17 Jan 2008 23:26:08 GMT

Was it a real apologize statment?

I will believe Johnson if he write an apologize statement in one of his articles and publish BET ...

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

Alex 1997, Brooklyn New York — Fri, 18 Jan 2008 15:17:27 GMT

Not only is this 'apology' crap but he did not even show him the respect to address him as Senator Obama he starts the letter like they are life long friends when his comments prove anything but..disgraceful.

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

msbrimage777@yahoo.com — Sun, 20 Jan 2008 02:54:16 GMT

To: Bob Johnson,

Today, as I caucused in the state of Nevada, I experienced the very negative after-effects of Bob Johnson's deplorable statements, in the form of unnecessary verbal comments as I attempted to caucus in peace as well as get to know my neighbors.

He has set this country back decades. Too bad he didn't have the guts to make this statement in the while acquiring his millions.

Thanks for Nothing, Bob Johnson

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

demetrius,NC — Tue, 22 Jan 2008 07:44:22 GMT

Just because Bob Johnson has alot of money doesn't make him intelligent. I could not believe the crap that was coming out of this clown's mouth. Since when have Bill and Hillary been invovlved? What issues? This stupid M-F-ER counldn't even articulate the B-S he was spewing. I say now and I will say it again "there will also be people like Bob Johnson, Andrew Young, and sadly to say Charlie Rangel" who come to their masters aide to discredit and villify Brothers and Sisters who they fell are a threat. This House Negro mentality still exist in the Black community. Bob, Andrew and Charlie Come Home Brother!!!!!!!!

Bob Johnson apologizes to Obama

mike — Tue, 05 Feb 2008 02:37:19 GMT

Bob Johnson AKA UNCLE TOM