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Dave, Tn — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:34:40 GMT

Sounds like Cuba instead of America. Why to go undemocrats!!!

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MGP, NY — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:34:58 GMT

Man, the Clintons really are all about themselves and "win at all costs" aren't they.

Jeez.

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Colleen, NY — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:35:16 GMT

If the Clinton camp steals my vote, I will never trust politics again!

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HP Boston — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:36:19 GMT

Team Obama is ALWAYS CRYING!
The delegates have many days, weeks and months to ponder, get a grip cry babies, the fix not quite in yet. They can change to whomever, whenever!
Invest in Scottie tissues!

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A Clear-Eyed Voter — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:37:17 GMT

Why is anyone surprised? Senator Clinton cares about one thing, and one thing only: winning. EVERYTHING else is just a roadblock, including the truth and normal propriety.

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adam — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:37:19 GMT

Hillary's only path to the nomination is to divide the Party, thus losing the General.

Obama's only path to the nomination is by uniting the Party, thus having a better chance to win the General.

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Nicholas: Minnesota — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:37:26 GMT

First Read, perhaps you can clarify--that is what you guys supposedly do isn't it? The media had given me the impression that pledged delegates are, well, pledged (for the first two rounds anyway). Super delegates are, well, super ... My life as a Democrat is becoming shorter and shorter lived with each news cycle.

" ...PR high ground."
--What the heck, F-R? Maybe the PR honest, follow-the-rules gound. Maybe Obama does actually practice the poltics of hope.

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Tuck, KS — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:37:34 GMT

Why are you skipping Michelle Obama's "first time i"ve been proud of America" because her husband is in the lead speech?

She's an embarrassment to America

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HP Boston — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:37:51 GMT

Team Obama is ALWAYS CRYING! How desperate the BO guys sound, must be desperate!
The delegates have many days, weeks and months to ponder, get a grip cry babies, the fix not quite in yet. They can change to whomever, whenever!
Invest in Scottie tissues!

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Superdelegate Boy '08 — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:38:33 GMT

The Dems are biting off their nose to spite their face on this one. This superdelegate concept is the most ridiculous idea ever perpetrated on a democracy.

The Clinton 'bully pulpit' needs to gather up all the dignity they have left and go home.

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Gustavo Herrera, Baltimore MD — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:38:43 GMT

Let's just hope Obama's camp won't try to go after Hillary's pledged delegates -- NOT.

He better watch himself on this one, as he will very likely do the same thing, if he hasn't done it already.

I hope for his sake that Obama is planning to go after only the undecided superdelegates while hoping to stretch his consistent lead in regular delegates far and wide enough to convince Hillary's supers to jump ship.

Predicting the Wisconsin primary spread: http://www.nationalscold.com

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Johnson, New Orleans, LA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:38:58 GMT

I would be completely demoralized by the democratic party if this the superdeligates are the ones to decide the nomination. For so long has the democratic party stood for the common man and the founding principals of democracy. This subversion of the popular vote would be a grave mistake on the part of the democrats. I would not vote for the democratic party for a very long time if such an act was to transpire.

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Kathy, San Diego — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:39:09 GMT

This is really a desparate act and is sure to fail. Pledged delegates are loyal to their candidate. There is plenty of competition to be one and I seriously doubt any Obama candidate could be convinced to switch. I guess if Hillary cannot win honestly she is going to try to cheat to get the nomination. That would not bode well for her receiving support from the majority of Democrats.

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Jenny, Youngstown — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:39:20 GMT

No, pledged delegates aren't required to remain with the candidate they are pledged to. But I wonder how many voters know that? Also, I'd be curious to know what the reasoning is behind allowing pledged delegates that flexibility? Somehow, I doubt that it was so the will of the voters could be subverted to a system where "highest bidder" wins. The Simon article does suggest that the Clinton campaign is going to use "incentives" to peel off these delegates.

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Pete, Albany, NY — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:39:31 GMT

A-duh!

Why should the Clinton Campaign worry about trying to take the Obama Campaign's pledged delegates? After all, with the exception of Illinois, they're all from "insignificant" states!

Nice! This would be the ultimate in "say or do anything to win" politics...cry foul and play your violin for the poor disenfranchised voters in Michigan and Florida but then truly disenfranchise the voters who went to the polls for Senator Obama...

...oh, that's right, Florida and Michigan are "significant"!

I think I just threw up in my mouth!

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dong, LA, CA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:40:57 GMT

Obama fans, why is Obama so good at speeches but so bad at debates? Because debates require original words from his heart not just repeating what his speechwriters give him or copies what other people said.

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D Andrews, Charlotte, NC — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:41:19 GMT

How unfair -- she isn't going to just let Barry Obama win uncontested? Poor Obama. He is used to running against Alan Keyes.

What a naive little baby Obama is.

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Patrick, Indianapolis — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:42:40 GMT

This is absolutely pathetic and disgusting. Typical Clinton. If this is how it is done then why even have primaries and caucuses. Clinton should immediately stop campaigning because apparently she doesn't believe she should try to win the delegates through voting. She claims that voters are being disenfranchised in FL and MI but now she will actively seek to disenfranchise voters in the 22 states that Obama has won. She can't win fairly so she has to cheat. Clinton, Belichick, Kelvin Sampson, they are all cheaters. This is why I hate Hillary Clinton and will not only vote for McCain but campaign for him if that thing Clinton wins the nomination!

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Rick, NC — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:42:43 GMT

somehow I don't think the typical dem way of crying foul or having a group grope is going to faze john mccain...you dems are soooooooooo lame

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Patrick, Indianapolis — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:42:48 GMT

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Concerned for my Country,Oh — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:42:59 GMT

Oh Please,
What is the difference in Obama trying to get the the delagates and Clinton trying to get delagates?
Isn't do what it takes to win the way the it is?

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Kym — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:43:19 GMT

The Clintons are really sickening!!!

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Carthage — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:43:40 GMT

I think the title of this post is poorly chosen. It should be CLINTON GOES AFTER OBAMA'S ELECTED DELEGATES. This is not about the Obama campaign's reaction - this is about the fact that the Clintons are willing to go as far as blowing up the entire convention!

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JohnnyU, WA State — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:44:56 GMT

Yet another indication of the desperation that has taken hold in the Clinton camp.

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RobK, Seattle, Wash. — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:50:26 GMT

Hillary will try to steal this nomination at all costs!

I will write in Obama if she is successful.

She will turn away millions of voters; especially new voters, from politics for a generation.

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Brian, OH — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:52:28 GMT

In Ohio, Hillary Clinton recently told us in the crowd "Ohio, *if* you vote for me, I will not forget you." I was so turned off. I've seen how she's tried to discount anyone in other states that didn't support her. So when she said that all I heared was "if you don't vote for me you won't get anything from me".

I've decided to change my vote. I'll be voting for Barack Obama in Ohio. If she manages to somehow steal this nomination from the people, I'll donate, campaign for, and vote for John McCain.

I may completely disagree with John McCain on many policies. At least I know he's not a lying, divisive, power hungry cheater.

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jeanie o, saint inigoes, md — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:52:53 GMT

Tuck, KS
"Why are you skipping Michelle Obama's "first time i"ve been proud of America" because her husband is in the lead speech?

She's an embarrassment to America"

Heard this also and I'm hoping today she'll come out and say she didn't mean it the way it came out which is probably exactly what happened.

Embarrassment to America though? Oh please - America has a lot to be embarrassed about - but this? Give me a break - one only needs to look to the current White House to be embarrassed.

Democrats have a black man and a woman as contenders. The Democrats have every reason to be damn proud!

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Dave, Evergreen CO — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:55:19 GMT

Let's be clear - what the Clinton's are suggesting is a coup-de-tat.

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scott — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:55:20 GMT

actually, michelle obama said the first time in her ADULT life she was proud. I don't think she's far off the mark. She's what, 45? I would say the past 20 years in U.S. history aren't going to looked back as some of our greatest that's for sure.

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rOB, ny, ny — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 15:58:14 GMT

Words matter according to Obama so what of his wife's words that in the first time in history she is proud of this country. Is that anything a potential first lady should say? Forget Bill Clinton now...could anyone imagine the noise if Hillary had said something like this in 1992?

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Chrssp13 — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:01:42 GMT

LOL, wheres the cry's from Obamanites about BO outspending HRC 3-1 with Super Delegates. Oh wait, if Obama does something it's ok or "NO BIG DEAL". I fogot, continue of you sermons...

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Independent in CA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:02:21 GMT

Why seriously Consider a couple for leaders who are willing to divide a party like this so they can have power?

The longer this race goes on the uglier the Clinton tactics get. Do they not realise there will be protests in the streets against them if they do this? They will never win the Presidency if they get the nomination by hook and by crook.

People remember what happend to Al Gore - I don't think they will just sit back and let it happen a 2nd time.

Clinton supporters need to ask themselves is this the type of people you really want leading the country?

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Jon, Reno, NV — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:29:06 GMT

Clinton stealing delegates from Obama is the biggest thumb in the eye of America I have ever seen. She only cares about winning, not about the American people. She really feels so proud that 8 states love her...well, you know what I think about 8 states? Whoop-dee-do. She....is....completely....awful. Oh...and if she does steal those delegates, let the riots begin because Americans (regardless of race) would have every reason to be mad.

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J. in PA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:29:18 GMT

I don't know how even the most strident Hillary supporter could support this. I have to believe that Hillary's campaign has completely lost all sight of the big picture at this point.
Change the delegate counting rules mid-election, have superdelegates overturn the will of the public, and now steal delegates which represent the will of the people...
Don't you see who should win this election and who shouldn't????
EVERYBODY complains that Washington is screwed up. The Republican President has a 30% approval rating, the Democratic Congress has a 20% approval rating...if you really want change, don't just complain about it, VOTE for it!!! Stop sending the same people to Washington and then complaining about it until the next election.
I see no one is expecting a meaningful change in Cuba's regime today. Why? Because Castro's brother is taking over for Castro. Why does anyone think that sending a 2nd Clinton to replace the 2nd Bush is going to be any different? Look in the mirror America, show the world that THIS IS NOT CUBA!!!!!

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aMom in Kansas — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:29:30 GMT

Seems like there is always a way in this "democratic process" for the people to get screwed out of their choice.

We need reform all around...the system is stacked against us, no matter who we want to vote for someone is always around the corner waiting to steal our voice.

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CJ — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:30:04 GMT

Obama's people did this to fire a warning shot and get media attention to scare off the Clinton campaign from doing this, I think. Will that stop them, no...I think the party should lean on the Clintons. It's nice to have a determined winner after all the votes are counted but this seems to be having a corrossive effect on the Democratic party. If Clinton wins by backroom deals(she'll never lead in pledged delegates, that's been established) I really believe she cannot win the general now..they have simply went too far this time. Democrats need to break from their traditional sideline stances (lets be honest..everyone was prepared to usher in Clinton) and along with the voters..begin to stand behind one candidate. McCain is already beginning to attack Obama and the media is starting to vet him. It's getting risky for an election that was to be a certain win for Democrats. The most realistic chance for Clinton is to win 50% the rest of the way and she will still be behind. After March 4th it's over.

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Jennifer Bottorff, Austin,TX. — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:30:28 GMT

The Clinton's are no better than the Bush's. As far as I'm concern, if Hillary gets the nomination it's exactly like Bush having a third term.

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Kevin, SF, CA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:31:04 GMT

Disgusting Clintonian politics yet again. This is their attempt to steal the votes away from people who didn't vote for them. The Clintons would turn this into the Undemocratic party just to have a shot at the White House again. If this is how they want to win the nomination, they won't have my vote this November.

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Bill Johnson, Anaconda, Montana — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:31:13 GMT

It is sad. If Hillary can not win the nomination by getting the most votes, she appearently will do anything.

At some point there has to be some morality and ethical standard.

Hillary seems to be an ethical void.

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James, Wichita, KS — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:31:33 GMT

Clintons = Cheating

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John Doe — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:32:19 GMT

Michelle Obama is only "just now" proud of America?? What a pathetic comment.
She also used somebody elses speech when she said, " Folks said people wouldn't vote for a man with a funny name like Barak OBama." Those are the exact words "another" candidate said when he was running for office, but said his own name.
Gee can't either of these Obama's speak anything without it being written down? No wonder Obama doesn't want to debate Hillary one on one.

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Little, yet powerful fact — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:32:47 GMT

Be it the carpet bagger is still sobbing and crying foul? HO HUM, Is the picture so bleak? Casting stones, no their throwing kitchen sinks! The carpet bagger and the cockroach have fallen to the way side and today shall not come as a calling. Ah, the blessing is coming closer, so don't fret.

The has been of yesterday, not the White house of tomorrow!

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tess n.h. — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:33:44 GMT

i guess obama is worried he can't buy all of them. they both target the superdelegates so why is obama whining yet again? it's amusing whenever hillary makes a smart move he cries foul. he thinks everything should be given to him on silver platter. he can always ask oprah to give the superdelegates a car or something...hillary is done playing nice. thank god!!you go girl!!!

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Moodi — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:34:38 GMT

It seems that you are crying to bold clintons so sorry for your cheap wordings; MSNBC (BILL GATES CLINTON)

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K. austin — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:37:36 GMT

what party is that again that has a monopoly on dirty tricks?

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dave — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:38:38 GMT

Obama has spent $695,000.00 dollars on super delagates, $180,000.oo dollars on elected office holders and Democratic groups in Iowa and New Hampshire now they are crying foul.
GIVE ME A BREAK!

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TOM TYSKIEWICZ, FOREST HILLS, PA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:39:02 GMT

THE CLINTONS ARE IN THE PROCESS OF STEALING THE 2008 NOMINATION. TO DATE, OBAMA IS THE MORE LIKELY NOMINEE, WITH BILL & HILL BEING CONSIGNED TO HISTORY. THE CLINTON PLAN IS AN END-RUN AGAINST THE POPULAR VOTE. AMONG LIES, EXTRA-LEGAL PURSUITS, AND SMEARS, HILL & BILL WILL JEOPARDIZE A DEMOCRATIC VICTORY AGAINST THE FORCES OF DARKNESS IN THIS COUNTRY FIOR THE SAKE OF SELF-AGGRANDIZEMENT AND POWER, WITH MORE OF THE SAME, AN EXTENSION OF THE BUSH DYNASTY! I AM A LIFE-LONG DEMOCRATIC, VOTING FOR CLINTON IN BOTH '92 & '96.....HOWEVER, IF "THAT WOMAN" BECOMES THE NOMINEE, I WILL LEAVE THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY FOREVER!

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Ray, Austin, Texas — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:39:03 GMT

I'm an undecided voter in Texas but after reading this article and some of the comments, one thing I know is that I won't be voting for Hillary.

Hillary is openly saying that the voters don't count in this process, and the nomination should go to whomever is more powerful and has more influence. And her supporters that have commented here seem to have no problem with that and respond by calling Obama a "crybaby" or Michelle Obama and "embarrasment." Are you in Junior High? Isn't this in democracy? Don't you guys wonder about the character of a person that would be willing to do anything to win and disregard the peole's vote? Isn't this about the people after all?

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delorisp,Columbia, SC — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:39:07 GMT

The republican party knew all alone what the Clintons were about. Their true color is coming out

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mh,MA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:39:09 GMT

MSNBC likes to play the candidates against each other. Just look at the Pro Obama Coverage, then the switch to Pro Clinton coverage. Im personally for Obama, but Im entirely sick of the Media garbage that fills the airwaves. That Includes FOX, CNN, ABC and CBS and the various Infotainment shows those networks broadcast. Lets get down to the disspasionate FACTS about these candidates instead of the Matthews,O'Reilly,Blitzer blowhard trio.

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Bonnie Crawford — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:39:17 GMT

Come on people! Don't buy into the hype. Focus on the real issues facing our nation. The world is changing quickly. Key world leaders are being replaced, dying off, and the game has changing as we speak. Look at what the Clintons are actually doing to win the campaign. She is only going to states where the big number delegates benefit them. She is not interested in the "little people". Whomever becomes President, it will be no bed of roses. It will take all of us standing together to pull our country out of the quicksand of the Bush years. Change will provide the growth we need as a nation. It won't be easy! But it's necessary to restore our credibility in the world and secure our children's future. If we attack our nation's problems with the same fervor we attack people, we could come up with workable solutions. Let's stand united for change.

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R. Beg Jefferson, SD — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:39:40 GMT

Obama's camp needs to realize this is politics and yes Clinton wants to win just like Obama does. Quit being so sensitive the republicans aren't going to be any nicer, they will come at him fiercely. Obama needs to quit playing the victim that to me is unappealing and why I feel Hillary is who we need running. She has weathered many storms and come out of them stronger. I don't hear her whining like Obama everytime he attacks her and her husband. And how come when things come out about Clinton Obama's camp doesnt get the blame but when something leaks about Obama its the Hillary campaign attacking him and even Hillary personally. She can't control everyone that is backing her.

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Jake, Villanova, PAS — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:40:19 GMT

It has become increasingly clear that if Mrs. Clinton wins the nomination, McCain wins the Presidency.

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John, Morgan Hill, CA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:40:23 GMT

The Clintons are willing to do anything to get what they want, and they always use the tactic of accusing the other side of doing what they are doing themselves.

This time around they are quite willing to risk complete destruction of the Democratic party to get their way. The Clinton play book is always do whatever it takes to win, then mop up the mess later.

Slandering anyone who gets in the way is also standard Clinton practice. Many Democrats didn't mind that when the opposition was Republicans, but now we see the same techniques being used in an intramural fight and the ugliness is laid bare.

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judy — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:40:35 GMT

Obama has better advisers and stratigists, Obama and everyone who works for his are good at convincing and argueing. All of them can be good lawyers and good liars, but they cannot be good leaders. The longer you know about Obama, the more you know that he's not honest, he doesn't keep his promise, he's not trustworthy, and he will not bring any real change we need.

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Patty, SD,CA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:40:55 GMT

Clinton Rocks
Obama Sucks

He needs to stop complaining every day. People are getting tired of his "inspiration".

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Sierra, SF — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:41:12 GMT

Day by day, hour by hour the Clintons are REMINDING us about the Clintons of olf

The Clinton character is being revealed....

Lie, cheat, steal .....
It's all part of the 'game'
Smear, slander, 'race bait'...
That's just politics

Depravity and debauchery in the White House ?
If Democrats defended this in the Clintons....
Why are you SURPRISED that Republicans are defending illegal wire taps, torture, signing statements, a politically motivated Justice Department...

Isn't it time for 'CHANGE' ?

Honesty MATTERS
Integrity MATTERS
CHARACTER MATTERS

Obama '08

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kyd70, SC — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:43:10 GMT

I love it! I knew that chic was shady. Thanks for confirming my preconceived notions, HRC! It has been high time the Dem's lost a significant portion of the black vote to Republicans. it should happen this year.
Black conservatives, this is your year! Free thy selves from the empty promises! Get the hooves off your back - they've been riding the backs of your votes for years while they try to take more of your money, encourage you to kill black children before they are even born, discourage your business and investment ambitions, and stir up racism by feigning favoritism.
Once they derail Obama, perhaps you will see their true colors then. He'll be courteous to try to keep party unity, but you will know the truth.

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terri gaude colorado springs co — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:43:21 GMT

I think Micelle has a point. I am 52 years old. I am prouder than ever of the US right now. After Vietnam, after watergate, after Iran Contra and Cigar gate, and the Iraq mess, we have a reason finally to feel pride. We have real viable candidates who would not have stood a chance even 5 years ago because of gender and race. Get off your hate wagon. It is unattractive.

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Neutral B., Keller, Texas — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:43:34 GMT

Both candidates are very similar on policies with slight differences. It is said that Obama is all rhetoric, but as I listen and research...this is just not so. The more negative the Clinton campaign becomes, the more I look for the facts.
Like policies, one being negative, one extremely positive, one running a contradictory campaign sending a contradictory message, the other sending a consistent message and taking the high road when possible...................

If I have 2 candidates, Hillary and Obama.
Obama is it.

Of course this is not the only basis on which I make my decision. It is just a point that makes Obama the choice just like the many others I have found.

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Mace Patricio, San Antonio, TX — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:43:52 GMT

Obama - TONY REZCO ?! Been friends for 20 years ! That's interesting. They buy houses together, they make loans to each other. What a deal ! The guy (Rezco) is a mobster .Why is this relationship being covered-up by the media ? Obama is a phony and you don't have to dig very deep to see the proof.

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Lou, Malvern, PA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:44:24 GMT

Let's get Michelle's statement right: "...it's the first time in my adult life that I really feel proud of being an American..." She didn't say she wasn't proud of being American. She is taking that pride up a notch. Because as a black woman she sees, for the first time, so many whites voting for her black husband, and supporting her as well, that she is blown away by the whole experience. The American history vis-a-vis blacks and indians is not something we can all feel proud of. Now we have another reason to be proud to be americans. What's wrong with that?

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A Doormat No More, Kyd70, SC — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:46:14 GMT

"Donna Brazile, who was Al Gore’s campaign manager in 2000 and is a member of the DNC, said recently: “If 795 of my colleagues decide this election, I will quit [the DNC]. I feel very strongly about this.”
That's what I'm talking about!

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Laurie Wordehoff, Guttenberg Iowa — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:46:16 GMT

Why are you skipping Michelle Obama's "first time i"ve been proud of America" because her husband is in the lead speech?

She's an embarrassment to America
Tuck, KS (Sent Tuesday, February 19, 2008 10:37 AM)

I do believe we need to clarify Mrs. Obama's statement. I think she said "For the first time in my adult life, I am REALLY proud"

Note the word REALLY that you conveniently leave out of your rhetoric. This implies that she has always been proud, but now she is REALLY PROUD. Your grasp of the English language is equal to that of George W. Bush. By the way, had you not taken that statement out of context, you would be intelligent enough to realize she was referring to people coming out to vote and involving themselves in the process of selecting a president. It had nothing to do with Barack! Get your facts straight and don't spread the hate!

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Dolores Fleming — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:46:18 GMT

With two wars going on and the state this country is in i will vote for Hillary.Obama ia all talk and nothing behind it.You cannot keep saying you are for change when you wouldn't even know how to make the Change.It reqwires more than talk to make change.The change Obama is talking about is himself and he wouldn't even no where to begin.Talk is cheap but is takes money to by whiskey as the saying goes.the under 40s are for Obama but the baby boomers say no way.The young people don't even know what side of there bread is butterd on as the saying goes.The over 40s aren't buying his talk My god he is even using Martin Luthers sayings.He can't thing of an by himself.He is even afraid to debate Hillary.She can give him a run for the money as the saying goes.Has anyone ever ask Obama just how he will make change.He wouldn' even know where to begin.he is even using Martin Luthers saying I have a dream.Well as far as i am concerned he is dreaming.how can some one who has been up in washington two years and has even said with his big mouth that he never got into Washington but he knew it needed a change.How would he know that if he never got into washington.What in the sam hill was he doing then sleeping.

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jerry/corpus christi texas — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:46:23 GMT

Team Obama is ALWAYS CRYING!
HP Boston (Sent Tuesday, February 19, 2008 10:37 AM)

LOL:

You have one team crying foul
You have one team that cries on camera and uses it for votes.....

I think there are going to be a lot of democrats crying in November when President John McCain is announced....

The Obama campaign is jumping all over today's article by the Politico's Roger Simon, who writes that Team Clinton is considering targeting the pledged delegates Obama has won.

The Clinton's going to threaten them with the same fate as Vince Foster??????

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YELLOW DOG DEM. AR. — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:47:03 GMT

I KNOW THAT I HEARD HILLARY CLINTON USING THE LINE YES WE CAN, EARLY ON IN HER STUMP SPEECHES.
I BELIEVE SHE WAS THE FIRST TO USE THAT LINE.
CHECK OUT THE TOM HARKIN STEAK FRY.
I THINK THAT WAS WHERE CHRIS MATTHEWS SAID HILLARY'S SPEECH WAS GREAT AND WHEN OBAMA CAME OUT WITH ALL FIRED UP, HE SAID WHAT DID HE MEAN BY THAT.
I REALLY BELIEVE YOU WILL FIND OUT WITH A LITTLE RESEARCH THAT OBAMA HAS BEEN LIFTING HILLARY'S PLATFORM RIGHT OUT FROM UNDER HER.
SO SHE IS GOING AFTER HIS DELEGATES HUH!
WELL MORE POWER TO HER. I HOPE SHE CAN DO IT. SHE
HAS EARNED THEM.
I DON'T THINK THE IDEA OF THE REMAINING FEW SUPER DELEGATES BEING A FAIR BROKER WOULD REALLY BE FAIR, SINCE THEY ARE PRETTY MUCH IN THE OBAMA CAMP.
I GUESS THEY WANT TO SEE McCAIN BECOME THE NEXT PRESIDENT.
FRANKLY I WOULD RATHER SEE McCAIN THAN OBAMA.
FRANKLY, I JUST DON'T LIKE BARACK, AND HIS WIFE'S GOT A PRETTY LOOSE TONGUE.
IF THE CLINTONS OR ANY OTHER DEMOCRAT FOR THAT MATTER HAD SAID SHE WAS PROUD OF AMERICA FOR THE FIRST TIME IN HER ADULT LIFE JUST THINK OF WHAT A TIME THE REPUBLICANS WOULD HAVE WITH THAT.
THEY ALREADY CALL US UNPATRIOTIC FOR WANTING TO BRING OUR TROOPS HOME. SEEMS A LOT MORE PATRIOTIC THAN SENDING THEM OVER TO DIE IN A CIVIL WAR.

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Sara Jones Ft. Worth, TX — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:48:06 GMT

I just have one question... Who is Obama? What has he done? Never heard his name before the presidential race began. Oh yeah, I forgot, he didn't vote for the war in Iraq. This must surely qualify him for our Supreme Commander. How about voting for someone with experience. This isn't the student council we're voting for.

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jerome clark, Louisville Ky — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:48:31 GMT

My wife and I are in our mid 70's and we have been voting Democrats all our life. We have decided if Hillary Clinton is the Democratic nominee we will not vote at all. I think either way this election goes she will lose. If she loses to Obama she will lose and if she is the one running against McCain she will lose as a great number of democrats will chose to stay at home and not vote at all. I used to think Bill Clinton hung the moon, I never thought he was as crooked and nasty as he has become. this election is about Hillary abd Obama and not the Clinton spin machine.This is either a good time or a sad time for the Democrats. We will watch and see.

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j colorado springs, co — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:50:31 GMT

Sen. Clinton is just using the system that has been established. Obama knew the rules when he entered the race. It's a little too late for him to start whining now. Sounds like when Obama wants change, he wants things to change his way. Waaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaa

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Sierra, SF — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:50:41 GMT

Aren't the Clintons SABOTAGING their OWN CAMPAIGN ?

They WON'T be able to steal pledged delegates
By mentioning this, they're p*ssing off Obama's supporters and most independent observers....

Slick move, Hillary

You SURE know how to pick a campaign staff
You SURE know how to 'play the game'

With this move, you've admitted your desperation
You've admitted your willingness to break the spirit and the letter of the rules
You've displayed your lack of character and integrity

Great job......

Say 'good night', Gracie ;-D

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gene britton — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:50:42 GMT

My goodness, Michelle is now proud to be an American.She was not proud when this country provided her and Obama to purchase a home valued at $1.9 million dollars. When a Chicago hospital pays her $300,000 one year for consulting. That she had an opportunity to go to a very great university. I could go on, but I was proud to serve my country as a 17 year old boy in the second world war, and I never had any of the opportunities you had. The media will try to spin this for you to a positive, but words mean something, that is what your husbands has been saying.

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MKD — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:52:34 GMT

Stealing votes or borrowing words, which offense is worse?....

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applecrsipbetty — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:53:24 GMT

To those who don't want Mrs. Obama in white house.
Are you old enough to remember what Mrs. Barbara Bush said about Mrs. Ferraro? People should probably not pay attention to what spouses say (except maybe in the case of Bill Clinton).

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Ray — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:53:26 GMT

As an undecided voter in Texas, this assures that I won't be voting for Hillary.

Shouldn't we wonder about the character of a candidate that wouldn't respect the people's decision? Shouldn't a candidate that's here only to serve the people say, "I would only accept the nomination, If I have the most vote among the people that I'm trying to serve?" Isn't this about the people of this county after all, or is it about feeding someone's ambition and ego? Aren't we losing sight of what election are all about? Shouldn't we smart enough to see through what's going on here?

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Betty, Seattle — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:53:31 GMT

"Independent in CA" you're exactly right. I think everyone should stop the divisive, close-minded back and forth and think about the level of integrity one would have to have (or lack of integrity rather) to adopt this tactic. I think people should look very closely at the Clintons and ask themselves if this is the kind of pettiness, underhandedness and negative tactics they want in the Whitehouse. I believe that Kerry, Leahy and Kennedy support Obama because they've been privy to how the Clintons conduct themselves up close for years. I just wish people would stop bickering blindly and pay attention. Former members of their own staff are fervently against their tactics and they've been openly referred to as dishonest. With me, it's not personal with Clinton; I was neutral about her for a long time. But their behavior during this campaign has frankly made me uncomfortable. I'm uncormfortable that we will all get so used to these tactics that we'll accept them as the norm. I just wish people would wake up; this is not a soccer match - my guy against yours. This is our country and we owe it to ourselves to reject this kind of political behavior.

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chet — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:55:21 GMT

Obama plagerised materials in his speech. how can we, as citizens trust him? he is all rhetoric, which most is not even his. its mostly stolen. he is all talk, someone elses word, and no content.

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cj — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:55:48 GMT

maybe First Read can clarify this.
Is HRC going after the pleged delegate of the states already won by Obama or is she going after the already declared SUPER delegates. The way I read this is she is going after the PLEGED delegates from the states alreay won. If this is the case, is it not against party rules?

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Alex Msea, AZ — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:56:22 GMT

To those who say that Clinton has done nothing wrong and that Obama is being hypersensitive: You are all mistaken and obviously terrible people. To say that this is the "way it is" is so beyond ridiculous it's offensive. This isn't the way democracy is. This is not how America is. For Clinton to manipulate the electorial math as she is makes her no better than Bush. She should feel deep embarassment for this and will hopefully suffer the consequences. No American wants to be told that their vote will be null. I hope Clinton's supporters begin to take a look back at the person they're trying to land in the White House.

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Sandy, Houston, TX — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:56:45 GMT

You Hillary suppoters can critize Obama and Michelle, but at the end of the day they will be in the "White House". We are all humans the last time I checked. Everybody is going to make a mistake. Obama is okay, because he used words from a friend, but he should have said he was going to use a couple words of a friend before he started on the subject. Michelle comments were blown out of context. She really didn't mean anything by it. Also, I heard on MSNBC that Michelle is going to make a statement later today. It is not a big deal. Only the Hillary supporters, and media is blowing this one up. We are all subject to human error. Look at your current "President". I can really see a lot of human error. One mistake isn't going to change my mind for Obama. Hillary is down on her luck, she will do or say anything to win. It is interesting, because she has not commented on why she thought Obama would be done by Feb 6th. Is this the kind of "President" you want. She ran out of cash, loaned herself 5 million dollars, and said it with an attitude when asked about it, campaign members left, and are still leaving, and she feeds off negativeness.

Obama 2008! White Supporter in Houston, TX. Age 50

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Voice of voter — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:56:48 GMT

This election is about future and unity not past. Obama is our future. He can reconcile our nation and bring world peace. Let's vote for Obama.

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Obama is a fraud — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:57:47 GMT

Obama is a fraud. When he preaches to his white wealthy college educated worshipers, he tries to sound like a fancy talking white man.

When he preaches to his black worshipers, he tries to sound like a brother.

All of his preacher speeches are simply excerpts from famous speeches from famous people in history. Can’t he come up with anything on his own, or did they not teach him how to think for himself at Harvard?

I find it really laughable that all of the Obama worshipers are talking about how badly Obama would beat John McCain if the general election were to end up being between McCain and Obama.

For anyone who thinks that the lack of Republican voter turnout thus far is a sign that
Republicans this year are going to sit this one out because they are so unhappy with the Republican Party or John McCain or both, and as a result, Obama would give McCain a good ass whipping, should really get out of the house more often.

Now that McCain is going to be the Republican nominee for President, the Republican voters are going to stay home moving forward more than they have in the past month and a half. Why would you go out and vote in a primary or caucus that is used to determine whom your nominee will be, when you already know? Not only does that not make sense, but it’s also a waste of time.

There is a reason why so few Republicans have voted so far. It all has to do with their Trojan horse plan of attack that will take place in November.

Some of you Obama worshipers (especially the younger ones) are really naive. You should have paid more attention in your American history or political science classes.

The Republicans have a method and a strategy and all of you are going to see it in action in November. Start stocking up on your Kleenex now, because you're going to be in disbelief when Obama gets his ass kicked Republican Style!

Enjoy riding the wave while it last Obama worshipers.

Remember, The higher they rise, they harder they fall!

Don’t tell anyone but I’ve heard through the grapevine of a McCain/Clinton ticket should she not get the Democratic nomination. Talk about Obama getting tag teamed. I’d pay extra to see that match up. I’m already stocking up on party supplies.

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Just sayin' words, just words, just words, just words — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:57:48 GMT

Just words, you have b.o. "Just Words" don't mean a dam thing, comming out of his mouth. Just plagiarizing, don't worrie about, it's not a big thing. Until those word come out of the mouth of the President. Just frighin" words, from the most powerful leader in the world. just words, just words.

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PDS in FL — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:57:53 GMT

Hillary, go home. Don't go away mad, just go away.

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Mary C — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:59:25 GMT

Hillary Clinton is a disgrace to American politics. Is this her idea of new management. She is horrible! Now I know what the Republicans mean about her. She is not presidential at all OBAMA 08 !

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Japhet Maligisa — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 16:59:33 GMT

The Choice for the democrats it´s so obvious.The Clintons are being stubborn,selfish and foolish.The way they´ve behaved in this race so far it´s desparate.Power to any cost.They are harming party for sure !

Japhet, Sweden

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Joan Mongar; Lincoln, NE — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:00:18 GMT

The so called "war of words" simply confirm Obama's assertion of the importance of words and Clinton looks petty and old politics while he looks presidential. I am a 70 year old white woman and not some starry eyed teen. Believe me his words are a lot more important in the world view of us.

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j fl — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:00:39 GMT

Good, I hope she does steal his delegates. What a girlie man he is. Welcome to politics sissie boy Barack!!

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Alayna, Seattle, WA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:00:49 GMT

It is amazing that HRC supporters actually have the nerve to denigrate Obama in light of such a clear disregard for the election process and will of the American people. The attitude displayed by her supporters clearly shows that negative energy begets negative energy. Like a moth drawn to a light bulb, they are attracted to that which so accurately reflects their cynicism.

This destructive, divisive attitude is a disturbing reflection of the destructive, divisive politics so pervasive in society already and magnified during the past 7+ years by the Bush administration. I for one am sick of seeing the rule of law trampled on in this country, as exemplified by the blatant disregard for the Constitution and citizens' rights shown by the current administration. Clearly a vote for Hillary is a vote to continue the hatred, rhetoric and unrest that now has our country so divided within and hated worldwide.

Anyone who truly cares about the future of our country should be interested enough to set a better tone than this...the way that you represent yourself is a direct reflection of the person to whom you give your support.

Regarding the Michelle Obama quote, I agree with Scott. This is the first time in 20 years that we have an opportunity to look forward to an administration with a positive message and not filled with lies and scandals, whether moral (Bill Clinton) or otherwise (all 7+ years of Bushwacking.) After what happened in 2000 and 2004, I too am proud and encouraged to see Americans finally choosing to change and take back our country.

OBAMA '08

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MO-NH — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:01:07 GMT

NO THIRD TERM!!!?
Is this the cry against McCain, when it should more accurately apply to the Clintons?

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Campdog — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:42:05 GMT

It is just naive to suggest that playing by the rules does not include all the rules. If a candidate, any candidate is astute enough to manipulate the rules and achieve a legal outcome that serves their purpose then good for them....and ultimately, good for us.

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Justin, Expat — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:42:48 GMT

Team Hill, why not just pull out all the stops now? Put Howard Wolfson out to say the following:

"Delegates and Superdelegates, be warned that if the majority of you vote for Sen. Obama for the nomination, we will kill him. If you love Sen. Obama, then you must save him from this horrible fate. Vote Clinton."

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denise, toronto, canada — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:44:31 GMT

has anyone noticed how this is turning out very much like the last season of The West Wing???

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MNDem — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:45:09 GMT

Obama didn't "spend" anything on superdelegates. He had a PAC two years ago that helped candidates win their elections (he even gave money to Hillary). At that time, he wasn't even considered a contender for the nomination.

By the way, I am 29 years old and I haven't been truly proud of my country EVER. In the 80's, we gave huge tax breaks for the rich while we ran up some of the biggest deficits in the history of the U.S. In the 90's, we had a President who cheated on his wife IN THE WHITEHOUSE. In the 2000's, well all you have to say is GW Bush, and I think everybody will agree it is about the worst time ever for the U.S.

Don't get me wrong, I love my country, and I will do whatever I can to make it a better country, but PROUD, not really. And, before you call me unpatriotic, that I am only one of many millions of citizens under 30 years of age that feel this way. The rest of you need to check your pride at the door and face reality!

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Dominic Iacopino, Brick, NJ — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:45:25 GMT

Amazimg how Chuck "Obama Lover" Todd breaks these unfavorable Clinton stories exactly on the day a primary is held. I think there something rotten at MSNBC, and it is Chuck Todd, Tim Russert, Chris Matthews, and Keith Olbermann. What a great bunch of journalists,NOT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

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Sean — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:46:56 GMT

PITY!!! Both camps are angry at each other---more desperate at the Clinton camp apparently. I wish one camp would give it up quickly to give this suffering superpower country a chance! IF this goes on and gets uglier, my vote will have to go to McCain!!!!!!!!!! Watch OUT, Clinton and Obama folks: I know I'm not the only one threatening.

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john mattocks warner robins, ga — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:47:08 GMT

everybody is talking about integrity, honor and a lot of other high minded ideas yet repbulicans and some independents have only one thing in focus is thier hatered of Hillary and their willingness to do any and everything they can to stop her

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Marcel — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:47:50 GMT

Only the Clinton's would try something like this. When Obama's wins the nomination. I know for sure he won't pick her as his running mate. The republicans were right the Clinton's have no morals

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Shigh Vaughn,Houston ,Texas — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:48:18 GMT

This election is becoming a joke. Be real, both canidates will be could for the democrate party and the country at this point. Rather it's Obama speeches or Hill&Bill experience that move you, it is true the country needs change. Texas will be the making or breaking point for this election. Just sit back and wait until March,4 2008.

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Mike Grandy, McLean, VA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:48:40 GMT

"Pledged delegates aren't required to remain with the candidate they are pledged to. But I wonder how many voters know that? Also, I'd be curious to know what the reasoning is behind allowing pledged delegates that flexibility? Somehow, I doubt that it was so the will of the voters could be subverted to a system where "highest bidder" wins. The Simon article does suggest that the Clinton campaign is going to use "incentives" to peel off these delegates"

The above is precisely WHY the superdelegates were created (during Reagan) in the first place. The flexibility of pledged delegates to change their allegiances is the source of the "smoke filled room" stories from those days where delegates were wined, dined, and otherwise armtwisted to change their votes. The superdelegates were instituted, supposedly, to stop that process and create "a level playing field." Looks like that theory is a failure, too, for Democrates, since superdelegates can also change THEIR minds, if they want to.

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Jamie, Tonganoxie, Kansas — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:49:40 GMT

People need to focus less on the words...Politicians, I don't care if they are democrat or republican, will say anything to get a vote or to win. Obama talks about how words are important. Actions are more important, doing what has been promised is more important. I fear that Obama's credibility, if elected, will fall very short once he is inaugurated. Not to say that Clinton's wouldn't either. But people need to do more than get sucked into the hype. Do some research, know the candidate, then vote. Don't fall for false hopes and promises of change and a better world. Know what the person you support REALLY stands for.

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TG, Seattle, WA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:50:06 GMT

Isn't it interesting that Billary criticizes Obama for plagerism, while she uses lines, verbatim, stolen directly from the stump speeches of none other than John Edwards. At least Obama's words come from within his own camp and not hijacked from her competition.

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Terry Reno, Nevada — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:50:57 GMT

Excuse me, but, this is a big surprise to anyone? This is the first time I have really been involved in our so called government elections an I try and read almost everything each and everyday. I have read that in the New York votings in Harlem, not ONE vote was cast (or counted) for Obama. Then there was the New Mexico tallying of votes where it took how long for them to tally those after Bill Clinton spent super bowl sunday with Bill Richards? The major storms and tornados certainly didnt create another week of "tallying" the votes when the weather except, the Bill & Hillery storm" was fine in New Mexico. Nothing surprises me as to what these two people can & will do however the people who are supporting their tactics in our government sure do and when it comes time for those people to run for another office, I will do my part to be sure and remind the people of what they have supported during their "friends" run for office.

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J, Chicago IL — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:51:10 GMT

I feel strongly as a registered voter and democrat that our system is being overturned by an overeager candidate that obviously takes this nomination as a personal vindication. Seeking the presidency is obviously all about her and not about the people. Instead of respecting the people and their voice, and their right to vote, at a time when our party is clearly rallying together for a higher purpose, she is opting to tear the the democratic party apart. I abhor the Clinton tactics to change the rules in the eleventh hour. I will rally, we will all rally in millions if the Clintons and the democratic party rig the vote. It will not be pretty and we will bring our voices together and make our message known. Enough is enough.

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Ken Nelson, Barnegat, NJ — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:51:49 GMT

While I voted for Bill (twice) I am completely disgusted with the Clintons and their "blind ambition". If they "steal" the nomination, the Democratic Party's nominee LOST MY VOTE!

Such action will ensure the election of John McCain.

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pat hayden, mtn. view, Ar — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:52:02 GMT

Gosh!! Can't believe the responses I'm reading comes from the mouth of DEMOCRATS!! Sounds more like a CULT or REPUBLICANS. Have any of you ever walked the streets for a Democrat before? Made phone calls? handed out campaign material?
We have 2 perfectly good candidates neither of whom are perfect but both of whom are better than the republicans in the race. Get a life!! I say, may the best woman win...

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John Doe, Small Town, USA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:53:03 GMT

More of the same - ignore existing checks and balances - if you don't have any tapes or emails, then you are safe.

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MO-NH — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:53:04 GMT

We can be certain that the Clinton campaign will take whatever tack that will give them the nomination. They will not go quietly, and, in fact, they will likely receive the nomination even if Obama has more pledged delegates and the popular vote. How? You can expect them to pull out all the stops to secure the necessary super delegates and the delegates from MI and FL. As the race winds down, with Obama as the clear leader, I think we will also see them come out with a bombshell or two against him to discredit him, his message, and the votes he has received. This will be perceived as underhanded, dishonest, and an affront to many Democratic voters who have supported Obama. Since the Clinton camp is behaving in such ways now, it is reasonable to expect they will continue to do so for the duration of this race. This may be a rather pessimistic outlook, but given the tone of national politics today it seems there are few limits to what is considered fair and proper. Certainly there will be outrage. But, just as was the case with Bush v. Gore in 2000, this too will blow over and the Democratic Party, and the country, will move on, with the 'other' royal family moving back into the White House.

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J. Ed, New Mexico — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:53:36 GMT

It is rhetoric such as has been unleashed via the Clinton machinery that should give their staunchest supporters reasons to ponder what the next 4 years could potentially be like.

Bush II has the LOWEST rating of any president ever, in part due to his refusal to listen to the American citizens who summarily replaced Republicans with Democrats in both the house and senate. His insistance to surround himself with "yes" people who have given new meaning to the words Arrogant and Partisan.

A Clinton II presidency would be the same, the difference being Hillary is capable of intelligent thoughts and can correctly pronounce "nuclear". Cheney would be replaced by Bill Bubba "C" with a suitable ventriloquists' dummy for him to manipulate. They would demand unequivocable alleginace or suffer the wrath of their vengance.

The time is now to go with a New person who can move this country forward into the 21st century, instead of trying to go back to the 20th century.

Too much time is being wasted in making a case for HRC which is really an effort masking the circumventing of the Presidential term limits.

Barack will be successful because he will surround himself with men and woman who are strong and experts in their own field and who want America to regain it's tarnished glory. SI PODEMOS!!! Obama 08

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Rational Voter — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:54:16 GMT

Note to "A Clear-Eyed Voter” about "Sen Clinton care about on one thing, Winning" Question to you
Is obama giving you hope and other nonsense so that he could loose???!!! He is up for the same thing too buddy!!!! that is WININNG!!!! All his garbage of hope and victory and change all for one thing!!! WIN WIN WIN grab the seat and laugh at those younger voters who have no idea what economy is doing or how to protect US!!! Go obama, just shake hand with all US enemies and call yourself friendly guy!!!!!!!!

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dARRYL RILES KEOKUK,IOWA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:54:21 GMT

first iowa was a big deal until hillary lost, & then on & on to super Tuesday when she didnt wrap up anything! now, we are seeing the old dirty tricks from the clintons that we have seen in politics for the last 20 years. thats why people are voting for obama - we want our voices heard & honored for a CHANGE!!!!!!

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Shtuey — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:54:22 GMT

And Obama supporters are threatening members of the Congressional Black Caucus who are Clinton committed super delegates, and sending them insulting robocalls. What has Obama done about that? Nothing.

The Clinton campaign isn't actually doing this, it was "floated".

Let us know when there's an actual story here.

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Russ Fox Wells, Maine — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:55:00 GMT

Gezzzzzz let worry about the voters having there say and then will worry about delegates. As a voter this is the furthest thing from my mind...My vote more important than this bs going around...And let me say i would support a Boston Tea Party before i let the superdelegates decide.....Why to you think we want change instead of politics as usual and screw the voter.

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MAS — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:55:52 GMT

Wow, some of these comments from the Clinton supporters have me really second-guessing my support of the democratic party. Seems they want to take the democratic party on the same trajectory as Rove and friends did for the republican party. They are creating rifts that will be hard or impossible to heal come convention time. If Clinton wins the nomination under a pall of dirty tactics and sleaze, the Democrats won't have a chance in the general election. I'm sure McCain and the republicans are just sitting back and enjoying this circus. Way to go Clinton and minions!

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ny reality — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:56:39 GMT

"Volunteer trainees at Camp Obama are told not to talk issues with voters, but to offer personal testimony about how they "came" to Obama. Makes the skin crawl."

Mine too

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Will, Atlanta, GA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:58:45 GMT

Dan Abrams has it right... designate the delegates to the Candidate who WON the State... that means BOTH Obama and Clinton will have to give up delegates, ie Obama will have to give up the Kennedys etc in MA a state Clinton won. Clinton will have to give up delegates in VA, a state Obama won etc. etc.

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Walt Joiner — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 17:59:45 GMT

So the Clintons are going to try to buy delegates now.

There was sure a big stink raised in 2000 over Bush / Gore.

I wonder if the same stink will get raised here, over the dem nomination process -- this is 10x as blatant.

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Arjun — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:00:33 GMT

This is a country that boasts of democracy. When one examines the system it stinks. The peoples' direct vote does not count. They have to go through middle men. Middle men? Is that democracy? They created super delegates to exercise independent judgement. Now they are called not to exercise independent judgement. Third world countries have better democratic system.

There is hope. USA is fast becoming a Third World country. So we will have a truly democratic system

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American — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:00:48 GMT

It is profoundly disturbing to me that some of the people that have posted here think this is fair. Why is Rovian politics and trying to usurp the power of the Americans that actually voted considered fair? This is exactly the sort of thing that is wrong with our country. We do not have to, nor should we, accept this sort of negative, underhanded politics.

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toni, new haven, ct. — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:00:57 GMT

us regular voters get to vote once. Why should the super delegates be priviledged to cast ballots twice.
No other law abiding citizen can cast a vote twice or even ponder the notion of changing their mind out of gratitude.

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james D, Evansville, IN — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:02:36 GMT

How ANYONE could defend this Clinton tactic is beyond belief! Is integrity, honesty and ethics worthless to you people? Under the Clinton strategy...WHY HAVE ELECTIONS AT ALL? To them, it's all about quid pro quo...geez...let's just have the mafia run the country and end democracy now.

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Nathan Wesselowski, Milwaukee, WI — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:04:38 GMT

I was a democrat then I voted third part through a couple of election cycles and now I've returned to the democrats again. If they want to keep me in the party this story about the Clintons had better not be true. I will vote for McCain if Senator Clinton is planning to undermine our democracy within the Democratic Party.

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Pat Huntington NY — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:04:46 GMT

Obama's Macaca Moment - his wife saying this is the first time in her adult life she feels really proud of her country. The repukes will eat this one up for general election purposes.

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Joy — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:05:02 GMT

I take exception to the title of this article...
*sigh*
*goes back to CNN*

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DeVella Nye Keokuk, IA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:06:27 GMT

i was a hillary supporter but no more! i'm from iowa and when we went obama we didn't matter anymore everytime she loses that state doesn't matter! So texas, ohio, and pennsylvania voters i ask you this if you don't vote for her will you matter?

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Janice Bates, Modesto, CA — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:06:44 GMT

People, wake up, this was a rumor started to get your attention away from Obama copying someone elses speech. You notice you do not see a comment on this from the Clinton side. But you will before the day is over.
WOW the media is running this whole campaign.

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New Independent — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:07:08 GMT

HP - Boston - What a shame, I used to enjoy reading some of the things you wrote. But I can't believe you are okay with a candidate, any candidate, saying it's okay to ignore the way the people voted and have the delegates vote the way they want them to. And before you say it, even though I support Obama, I believe the superdelegates in Massachusetts should vote the way their constituents voted and vote for Hillary. However, to say it's okay for the "pledged delegates" which are totally different from the "superdelegates" to vote however they wish astounds me. Do you realize what you are saying? Democratic delegates, both pledged and super can now pick whomever they want to run for president without any say of the American people. I realize this may be legal, but you are seriously okay with this? What about if they all decide to vote for Obama, you would think that's okay? Because I don't. I think the Democratic party should get rid of superdelegates and force the pledged delegates to vote for the person the people voted for. I think we should get rid of the electoral votes, and elect the President the people voted for. It really scares me how quickly some Americans can give up their votes. And if voting isn't a right, than Congress should change that also!

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Kay Charleston, WV — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:07:11 GMT

Ah, come on! Both democratic hopefuls are "say or do anything to win" candidates! Face reality people.

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John From Cincinnati — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:07:16 GMT

35 Years of Experience?
35 Years ago, Hilliary was in college!
Last time I wrote a resume, college was under education and not experience. And 8 years in the white house as first lady does not add 8 years of experience either. I am sick and tired of people saying how experienced Hilliary is. She was in the Senate a couple of years longer then Obama. Thats it! The Clintons are grasping at straws and scarred in the biggest way that Obama is going to take Wisconsin and Hawaii today. Bill is loosing his cool way to often and poking his fingers in peoples faces. This is not the way ex-presidents should act. This is the way sore loosers act. And I believe they will stop at nothing to win the nomination for Hilliary. The good news is that people are not as blind as they used to be with politics. We can see right through their so called tough exterior to see that they are desperate and what they are really about. They will question every move Obama makes to gain ground. Because the movement that Obama has started has crushed their machine and that all I have to say. Except Obama is the clear Vote for Change!

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FED UP IN DE — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 18:07:49 GMT

This country is dome if Clinton or McCain becomes the next president. Kiss the middle class good buy. I am going to move back home to the virgin islands. Life will be hard but at least the sun will be shining brite.

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T Lane - NC — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 19:24:07 GMT

http://select.nytimes.com/2007/04/25/opinion/25dowd.html?scp=7&sq=maureen+dowd+michelle+obama&st=nyt

Chech out this link, Michele is NOT gong to be a good first lady. She's too, well the obvious, B....

These 2 have a pathetic relationship if you really look into it. Typical muslim men holier than thou attitude towards women. He is so full of this male privledge crap. You don't really know a man until you know how his home is ran, he does not run it.

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Pete,Portland.NY — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 19:24:53 GMT

How can you judge the polls in February,about the election in November.Mcain will eat up Obama,like he said glowing rhetoric will only go so far. Morning joe said this AM they just can't believe the American people would vote for someone with essentially no experience..

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sue, mulberry, fl. — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 20:06:42 GMT

All you Obama supporter, I don't have to ask myself anything, so why don't you all just knock it off. I don't think your Stupid comments is going to make me change my mind. I would never vote for anyone, Hillary, Obama or Joe blow if they would not wear the American Flag on their Lapel. Looks Anti American to me. So don't be telling me what I need to think. I am a Democrat that always has voted for a Democrat, not this year if Obama is on the ticket. I am not voting for some damn communist. NO I WON't
HILLARY or McCain

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Ken Collins/ Wagoner, Oklahoma — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 20:08:05 GMT

Hillary and Slick Willy will soon find out that the old swift- boating techniques are GONE !!!
Send the Creeps back to Arkansas where they can spread their venom !!!

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Robert Clements — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 20:08:06 GMT

Surely this couldn't be what the Founding Fathers had in mind. I thought, "We, The People" were meant to elect our public officials.
All who wish to live in a free society should be concerned about keeping the election process fair and open. The leadership of the Democratic Party has a huge responsibility to protect that process.
If they accomplish that, they deserve our respect and support.

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THiatt, Burlington VT — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 20:09:29 GMT

Nit icking on Michelle Obama is ridiculous, as well as nit icking about plagiarism -- everyone of us has quoted others at some time and we don't have to give them credit. Neither does Hillary. We have issues much more important than this to deal with and if the dems keep it up, they are going to lose votes in the general election.

Michelle Obama' actual comment was: “Hope is making a comeback and, let me tell you, for the first time in my adult life, I am proud of my country. Not just because Barack is doing well, but I think people are hungry for change,” she said during a rally in downtown Milwaukee.

She can be proud of her husband and proud of her country for coming out in droves to support the candidate they believe to be the best, whether it is Barack or Hillary. Taking "quotes" out of context for any candidate is just stupid.

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Greg, Chicago, IL — Tue, 19 Feb 2008 20:10:54 GMT

Can you say, "HUGE victory for Republicans!" if this happens.

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deb — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 00:04:05 GMT

after reading comments on a number of political messageboards, i realize the biggest problem in this country is that you guys are idiots. what else could explain the amount of stupid comments on here?