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Michelle R. — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 20:57:57 GMT

A voice of reason...Hillary bow out graciously now. Pleease hold on to what's left of the Clinton legacy. Listen to your husband...end this race!

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Chris, Philly — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 20:59:18 GMT

everyone rides on Bill

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lizardbox, Chicago, IL — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:00:55 GMT

Notice how he said "If she wins in... " without talking about the margin of victory, which seems to be at the heart of the issue.

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Muzhik, Wash, DC — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:01:56 GMT

promise?

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Carthage — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:02:04 GMT

Wonderful - finally... Let's not let this drag on longer than March 4 if not necessary - it does not serve the candidates, party nor country well... Let's hope the Clintons stick to this one, no matter what. Do we need to define "win" first?!

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grace — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:02:16 GMT

Even if she wins she won't get the nomination

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KJ, Dallas, TX — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:04:03 GMT

Finally, he says something that makes sense and has substance.

YES WE CAN!
OBAMA, 2008!

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Ian — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:04:12 GMT

Is this multiple choice Bill? I'll take the latter.

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Paul Miller, Woodbridge, VA — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:04:17 GMT

With all due respect to the former president, she needs to win both big just to get back into the running.

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Martin — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:05:25 GMT

Everybody needs to realize that this is not a beauty contest - this is for real. And Hillary will be the best president ever!

Hillary 08!!!

See this: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PGeu_4Ekx-o

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Marty Getty — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:05:29 GMT

Bill's getting ready to endorse Obama.

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BL, Cincinnati OH — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:07:51 GMT

Well at least Bill realizes she can't win after Texas and Ohio if she doesn't win big. Hopefully they stick to that and drop after Tx/OH so the Dems don't tear each other apart.

I still hold firm in the belief that he doesn't want her to win. He is too smart to make the amount of mistakes he has. Silly stupid mistakes at that. I honestly believe he just can't stomach her being President, and honestly would have loved if she hadn't run so he could have gone out full force in support of Obama.

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Patrick, Indianapolis — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:09:03 GMT

I have been saying this all along. Bill Clinton wants Hillary Clinton to lose. Her winning would overshadow his legacy and he wants to be the only President Clinton. That is why he is doing everything he can to undermine her campaign. Of course there is no need for him to do so since Hillary is a pathetic, disgusting, miserable failure of a candidate and Senator. She doesn't need Bill helping her lose.

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Chris M. Wilson — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:09:44 GMT

Even if she wins in TX and OH, it would have to be by a substantial margin for her to have a shot at the nomination. But I will agree with Bill on the second half of his statement. ;)

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Bo Doe, Kalispell MT — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:11:47 GMT

If Bill says it...it's probably true.

The Clinton Machine rolls on

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Marla Marbles — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:12:27 GMT

Chelsea back from Hawaii yet? How'd that work out?

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observer — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:12:46 GMT

Let's see - the state that presented us with GWB, and the state whose Sec. of State was GWB's head of the state's RNC and did such a good job fixing the 2004 election - you know what to do, Bill.

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Ethan Seattle, WA — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:13:42 GMT

He didn't define 'win', popular vote or delegate? Many of the districts in parts of Texas she *should* do well in have 4 delegates each, meaning she'd have to win by almost 63%-37% to get three of four. The big cities have many more delegates so the vote can be closer for Obama and he'd get a delegate lead.

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Paul Anderson — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:14:10 GMT

Yeah right. If she wins in Texas, she still probably loses the delegate count in that state.

She's done. Cooked. Finito.

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Jesse, Fallon NV — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:14:52 GMT

Why did you just post this? CNN and CBS had this tidbit a few hours ago. Sometimes I wonder what goes on there at FR. And where is your report on the Teamsters endorsing Senator Obama?

OBTW Bill, will she cry if she loses either of those states?

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jay'o — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:16:18 GMT

well, I just she won't be our nominee...

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Rick,ky — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:16:35 GMT

Bill, your's & Hillary's Dream of getting voted back into OUR House, is Gone. You had your chance, you chose to screw around on taxpayer time & destroyed the Democratic Party enroute. Because of you 2, we have had to live with GWB,Iraq, 911, Wiretapping of American's, Judges fired because of their Political beleif's, etc, etc, etc.

American's No longer care about the Clinton's fighting the Vast Right Wing Conspiracy. We care about getting America's problem's solved. we don't have time for you 2 to mess it up again.

Go back on your speaking tour's & Hillary can go back to senate & maybe for Once, try & represent the People of New York. I'm sure Pat & J. merle can't wait.

Texas & Ohio are only going to Embarrass you 2

Further. Is That what You Really Want?

Barack Obama for President!!!!!!!!!!

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K Eldridge — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:16:57 GMT

With the rules in Texas, she can win the popular vote and still not get any surplus in delegates. Even if she won both states, with a small margin of victory, she still won't have enough to put her over the top. Much respect to our former President, but he's wrong, unless he knows something most of us don't know.

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Steve, Albquerque, NM — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:19:17 GMT

Actually, if she wins in TX and OH, she'll still be behind.

Obama currently has a 150 pledged delegate lead.

The will of the people cannot be overturned by the superdelegates, or the Democratic party will be destroyed.

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Arjun — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:23:14 GMT

Bill is correct I think based on how the trend is now unless there is a miracle and Hillary wins over 75 per cent of all delegates in the remaining contests.

Miracles do happen.

I have a dream and it is that Hillary will be the next Presidnet of the United States. She is the only candidate who will do good for the american people and the world and help protect our planet. Obama is hollow and without substance. History has shown the steep downfall of cultist leader like Jim Jones. Remeber how he led his blind followers to Guyana and gave them poison to drink? Similar with Obama and his followers?

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Karen, Ohio — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:23:28 GMT

Ohio and Texas....the two states that DO count if she loses!!!

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Chris, Philly — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:27:50 GMT

Does Bill know what the meaning of was...was?

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Russ KC Mo — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:28:17 GMT

Why do we not wait till March 6th to start picking on the Clinton's. I am an Obama supporter but think we need to wait till after Texas and Ohio to say it is done. If Hillary wins then they have to look at by how much and if it is worth going on. To accuse them of tring to spin it before it has even happen is unfair. If she were to loss both states I think they realize it is over. We owe it to ourself as a party to feel like no one was forced out of the race but dropped out on their own.

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Nicholas: Minnesota — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:28:48 GMT

Wow, a good old fashioned game of "Texas" hold-em. Bill's going all in, but who will call his bluff?

--Sports analogies were yesterday, gambling is tomorrows vice for the pundits, perhaps?

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me — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:28:53 GMT

Bill's just trying to spin this, everybody already knows if she doesn't win both (and win big), it's over. He's trying to set it up in the media, if she wins she'll be the nominee. This couldn't be further from the truth. If she wins both she will still be way behind.

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Ron Allen — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:30:09 GMT

I think if Hillary and Bill are serious about "getting real", then they need to end the attack dog mentality. Release their tax returns to help voters judge them. Release other hidden documents so we can evaluate Hillary's ability to be a good leader.
Lets end lies, desperation and groundless attacks and focus on the facts.

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Stan, Houston, Texas — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:31:12 GMT

It will be Hillary, not Rove, who gets 'frog-marched' out of Texas. See ya!

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Sierra, SF — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:31:21 GMT

lizardbox, Chicago, IL: '...Notice how he said "If she wins in... " without talking about the margin of victory, which seems to be at the heart of the issue...'

Exactly
I think she has to win by 65% to catch up with Obama
She WON'T BE the nominee if she's behind in the delegate count.......... PERIOD

She could win Texas and still lose most of Texas' delegates to Obama

That said, Obama needs to win a big state to 'prove' his viability
If he wins one of the big three (texas, Ohio, Penn.)
He's in,,,,,

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Brian, San Diego, California — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:31:36 GMT

Obama is going to get run over. You people voting for him are so stupid. Thank you for making it easier for the Republicans to keep the White House.

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Karen,NYC — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:31:45 GMT

about time...

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Elizabeth — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:31:46 GMT

I hope that means she will withdraw and finally *stop* the nastiness and tearing the party apart if she loses both states ...... and, if so, I sincerely hope that the voters of Texas and Ohio come through like those in Wisconsin did!! Stopping this insanity is, I'm convinced, the best thing that could happen for Sen. Clinton. She is losing respect, badly, every day and needs to get off the merry-go-round. She's been through too much and, frankly, has too much to offer to become a bad, bitter joke.

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John — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:31:53 GMT

This just in:

Hillary is planning to cry on the debates tomorrow night!!!

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Tom,Miami,FL — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:33:05 GMT

Awesome! Watching Hillary slowly lose the nomination has been oh so sweet! I can imagine what she is saying about Obama behind his back!

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Julia — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:34:28 GMT

This makes no sense. According to the Clinton's the only states that matter are Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, California and New Jersey. If these are the only states that matter then why bother with all the others, these five should just vote all the same day and it would be over.

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Vermont Mom for Obama — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:35:31 GMT

Marty Getty & Marla Marbles -

Bravo! Your posts had me in hysterics!!!

Looks like Bill has taken his wife's advice... "It's time to get real"...

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AJ, IL — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:35:40 GMT

Come my fellow Americans in Texas and Ohio, let's end this Democratic primary season with wins in Texas, Ohio, Vermont and Rhode Island on March 4th. The longer this Democratic contest gets drawn out, the more negative and destructive to the Democratic party this will be come November 4th.

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Rob Davies — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:36:28 GMT

He's purposefully setting the bar too low. She needs to do much more than win 51% to 49%.

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AJ, IL — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:38:16 GMT

There Bill Clinton is again in the news, taking away the little media independence Hillary enjoys...Doesn't Bill and Hillary have to be at the Peter Paul trial date tomorrow?!

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Ajaz Haque — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:41:13 GMT

Is It Time for Hillary Clinton to Quit?
With ten successive defeats, the Clinton Camp must be wondering about the future of their campaign. Even if Hillary wins Texas & Ohio (which seems very unlikely), she will not be able to lead in the delegate count. So her camp needs to have a reality check.

Perhaps it is time for the elders of Democratic party to suggest to Hillary that her continuing the campaign will be devisive for the party and it is time for her to concede. She has run a good competitive campaign, she was leading in the polls for the longest time, but the Obama movement has overtaken her and gone well past. It is time for Al Gore and other Democratic stalwarts to step up and bring this to a close.

If Hillary quits now, she will leave on good terms with Obama and will enable the Democratic nominee to preserve cash and energy for campaign against McCain. Also, she may have an important place in an Obama Administration. She could be Secretary of Health implementing the all important healthcare plans that both she and Obama talk about so much.

Also, with Obama's relatively less experience in world affairs, his Administration must leverage Bill Clinton's international experience. Bill could be the President's Special Ambassador for Middle East peace, a project Clinton came so close to accomplishing towards the end of his Presidency but ran out of time. This could be a great opportunity for him to finish what he started.

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Mike in Texas — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:41:25 GMT

"Everybody needs to realize that this is not a beauty contest - this is for real. And Hillary will be the best president ever!

Hillary 08!!! " - Martin

First off, calm down. Take a breath. Good. Beauty Contest you say? Yeah. You are right, we all know she is one ugly lady. Didn't she use to have those thick bushy eyebrows. Lovely.

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MO — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:43:00 GMT

Depends on what the definition of 'is' is, right Bill?

Billary would not just have to win, she would have to win BIG (in delegates). And you backdoor 527 group smear campaign of the interest groups and lobbies will not help! The OBAMA supporter are standing close behind our candidate and we have MANY more small contributions we can make! The 527 swift boating will not cost you (your) money but it will cost you votes!

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Waleeg, Philly, PA — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:45:30 GMT

The important part of that quote: If she wins Texas and Ohio she will be the nominee. That is not the case. Even if she wins both by a 65-35 split the race will be considered even and its on to Pennsylvania. This is why they call him Slick Willy. He invinted the expectations game.

YES WE CAN!!! YES WE CAN!!!! YES WE CAN!!!!

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Philip, NY — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:47:11 GMT

Who does he think he is!

The voters' voices shall not perish!

Say NO to the crooks!

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Jean Rice, Spokane, WA — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:48:22 GMT

Note to Hillary - Many fellow Demos I know said that they would be happy with either one - Obama or you - although they "probably will vote for Obama." You each have your own special attributes. Hillary, have you listened back to your speeches, you sound VERY loud and shrill and sometimes very angry. I'm afraid that I end up having to use the mute button in most of your speeches although still interested in what you have to say. That contrasts badly with Obama's measured eloquence. I would suggest that you show your softer side in vocalizations; why not even wear a pretty dress - you are, after all, a lovely woman. You definitely have plenty of smarts and I respect you for sticking with your husband. That is, after all, what love is all about. Bill, you very intelligent with good judgement in most matters - hope you walk the straight and narrow from now on. I've always said that if women ruled the world there would be fewer wars; so I guess I am saying I would be happy with either one of you who wins the nomination. McCain is an honorable man, but we can't let the Republicans back in. They seem to be completely out of touch with the average "Joe." don't think. Wish somebody would nominate Edwards for VP, he was my first choice.

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Al, KS — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:48:39 GMT

Time to take the parting gifts, Hillary and Bill. Thanks for playing our game. Having fun yet?

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LORIE ANDERSON — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:49:01 GMT

we can only hope they mean it and end this!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I do not believe she will win ohio. every call i make is yes to OBAMA

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Mike Meyer, Washington, DC — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:49:26 GMT

KJ: Yes, we can WHAT? Will someone please tell me what I am supposed to hope for. What change am I supposed to be eager to embrace?

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Patricia, New York City — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:50:58 GMT

While Hillary is the supposed standard bearer of the
underclass, her husband never fails to remind audiences that although Bill and Hill are beneficiaries of the Bush tax cuts, they, oh so magnanimously, want a policy that would effectively punish themselves. (I can never remember a Kennedy or Rockefeller sounding so gauche) Meanwhile, where are those tax returns as well as a full accounting of your
Foundation donations. His probably answer:"Because I
could," I nor Hillary will not submit to any inquiries. Much as I would have liked to vote for a woman for President and I feel a bit guilty about punishing her for his smothering narcissism, I am
moved and impressed by Barack Obama, both eloquent and elegant. I feel similarly about Michele Obama, so
smart and fine and witty like her husband. Sorry, Bill, no more pizza parties and Lincoln Bedroom
raffles. Inarguably, you were a good (not great)
President who left the country in much better shape
than the current office holder. But character is destiny and your destiny, it is becoming more and
more apparent, does not lead to your bedding down in the White House again.

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WCW, Roswell, GA — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:51:06 GMT

You go Bill!

FOB/FOH

OBAMA,2012

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Patricia, New York City — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:51:54 GMT

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Vijay Bandekar, Laguna Niguel, CA — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:53:25 GMT

Why is US reluctant to chose a woman as a presidential nominee? The trend we observe precisely proves our lack of confidence in a woman as our chief executive, and not so much due to Obama's charishma. We Americans are still a male dominated society, and overlook some of the world's successful leaderships under Margaret Thatcher, Golda Meyer and Indira Gandhi! What is it about us Americans? Do we not trust our mothers, wives and sisters to lead us in the right direction?

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John Doe, Democrat Abroad, Berlin, Germany — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:54:21 GMT

"If she wins we'll have to release our tax returns... OUCH!"

"If she looses we'll get a divorce... hmmm... not so bad..."

WJC

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Patrick, Indianapolis — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:54:24 GMT

Doesn't Hillary look like the Crypt Keeper or the alien from "Men in Black"?

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Fred C Dobbs Sierra Madre, CA — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:56:10 GMT

2/19/2008
Hardball
Chris Matthews to Kirk Watson, Texas rep supporting Obama:

"Sir, can you name Senator Obama's legislative accomplishments"?

Watson - NO, I CAN'T!

Could not name any obama legislative accomplishments!

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Arshad, Newburgh, NY — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:57:13 GMT

Well just win is not going to cut it. She has to win by atleast 20 points to erase Obama's lead. 38 states of 50 are done and Obama has a huge lead of 150 pledged delegates. The range of his winning margin in last 10 contests are 17% (WI yesterday) to 80% (Virgin Island). Bare bone win will not help her but will just stretch the fight longer impacting Democratic party and the nominee.

I am not sure if Bill's statement is a voice of reason or a desperate appeal to Texans to save his wife's candidacy.

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Chad, Salt Lake City Utah — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:57:41 GMT

Rofl Lets compare him to Jim Jones! I cannot get over how funny some people are.

How about JFK? Oh that's right, he is exactly like JFK, you are willing to attack him on that, but not give him credit for it?

Do any of you pathetic uneducated Hillary People realize that JFK, besides being a charming and young president, had the resolve to save America from the greatest threat to "homeland" soil we have ever known?

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jd — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:58:08 GMT

Wow Bill forget about loosing 10 states in row , simply cherry pick two state where she is ahead and one with a large spanish vote and put the pressure on Obama to win , Good job Billary white water Clinton.

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Bill Johnson, Anaconda, Montana — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:58:08 GMT

I think it is time for all of us Obama supporters to back off the snotty comments and make the change for the Clintonites as smooth as possible. We should welcome them into our ranks.

We should continue to answer the real charges, but remember they are going through some tough times right now. Soon we will be together.

However, we should all redouble our efforts to make calls and send in a few dollars. We must not back off the campaign, Just less nasty comments.

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rh — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 21:58:16 GMT

The American people are not dumb. We dont' want four years of a Bill 2 presidency. Unity, Peace, Integrity and Decency in the White House is what the 08 election is about.

Go Obama 08!!!!

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keepitreal50 — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:00:26 GMT

Well, hello all of you Obama haters. I told you I'd be back to talk about his eventual nomination. What ever your hang ups are, the bottom line is that the Clinton machine has itself to blame for this 'smoking' she got. Bob Johnson too! Or as Bill would say, "she got smoked, but she didn't inhale and we finally got Monica's dress cleaned." They have themselves to blame and this man has rightly taken what was his to take. (Billary to the BANK) And he did it better than any of you ever gave him credit for. And better than any others have, EVER. Site what you want about him. Results are the results. Now look at cha. Your all mad now. So don't be like that, people. Can't we all just get along?

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Mark F — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:03:30 GMT

Well, I sure hope he can get through to her, and I hope they're watching the polls. Because she can't possibly win at this point--the nomination OR the general election--and she's deep into the process of destroying what credibility and reputation she has left. She just simply ain't gonna be president. That should be obvious to everyone by now.

If she drops out gracefully before March 4, she could come out of this looking like a hero. If she spends the next two weeks attacking Obama, she's going to come off as the biggest loser on the planet.

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Kanius, Charlotte, NC — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:04:08 GMT

Hillary Clinton needs HOPE to believe she can catch BARACK OBAMA. Oh I forgot Mrs. Clinton does not believe in HOPE or things that are "JUST WORDS", go figure. Bill knows what is up, no need to destroy the party for a dream that has all but ended for Hillary. RIP Hillary!!

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John Doe, The Peanut Gallery — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:04:21 GMT

"History has shown the steep downfall of cultist leader like Jim Jones. Remeber how he led his blind followers to Guyana and gave them poison to drink? Similar with Obama and his followers?"

Arjun (Sent Wednesday, February 20, 2008 4:23 PM)

I'd just like to point out that comments like these from Clinton supporters were one of many reasons why I voted for Obama in my state's primary contest. The wide eyed hysterics of Clinton supporters is not only pathetic, it is hampering whatever hope your candidates has left.

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Karen, Boston, MA — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:04:38 GMT

Arjun, are you serious? Is that part of the Clinton talking points?

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hari — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:05:05 GMT

If Obama Wins, there is no hope for Democrats fror next 8 years. Look , obama can not win california , where the majority are asians and latinos : who will never vote for an afro-american person whether he is democrat or republican. This is as simple as that. If california is lost , where can you think off. If there is 55-45 in new york for republican. The upper ny will never vote for Afro american. If democrat loose this chance , ther are gone for at least 8 years.

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Keith, San Francisco, CA — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:07:23 GMT

Slow down Bill, I think you are moving the goal posts a little. She has to win by blowout on March 4th to just get back into the game. A small victory doesn't do anything for her. Ok, go back to your campaigning.

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Will, Atlanta, GA — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:07:30 GMT

http://obamamessiah.blogspot.com/

See the Sermon on the Mount!

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Scotty — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:08:21 GMT

As we take the layers of pancake makeup off of Pancake Hilly we finally come to the Woodstock girl! She is still the same. Now she wants to use tax payer money to earmark a $1.5 memorial on the place where she and the flower children had their booze, dope, and sex fling!!! Billy Boy and Pancake Hilly want to Ttrash OUR White House again. NO WAY !!!

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Tired of HillaryBashing,Morrill,Ne. — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:09:37 GMT

Obama fans think because Hillary is a woman they can attack her. Okay let's put the other shoe on..I have been above board on not going racial because I am not racial. But you know what, fair is fair.
How about if Obama loses will all the blacks cry foul and "March".
If Obama loses will he Shuck and Jive his way back to Ill. And bring the "FOLKS".
If Obama loses will he be moon walking back to Oprah.
How does that feel. Insulting? Yea I know. All the Canidates running for President have done far more for this country before they were 40 then you or I will our entire life. Your pretty pompus to sit judgement on people of the Clinton's standard,. I suppose you have no respect for what they have done for the minorities in this Country do you. I suppose you think that Bill Clinton made his office in Harlem cause he thought the parking was better. no you dummies. He put his office in Harlem to say thank You for your support and for working together for the better of all. Now I think, because we can say what we want now thanks to you bashers) it is very typical for the blacks to not support the people who have stood up for them,worked endlees hours for them and suffered endless ridacule for devoting most of thier lives for them to turn on The Clintons to support a Canidate because of the color of his skin. If the Clintons would have done that all thier years in service where would you be now. So just keep raggin on Clinton cause you may get what your looking for. A Black President that has an agenda and guess what middle class latte drinkers you not part of the agenda just the vehicle to get to it. Fools.
Everytime I see a stupid bash for no reason i will let you know what else the Clintons have done for the minorities. Trust me I have more then you have.

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Joan — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:10:17 GMT

Great. I'm glad the Clintons will call it quits when they lose in Texas.

Thank you bill. let's not drag out this ugly defeat any longer.

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james — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:11:03 GMT

So is Bill admitting they will drop out?

Great!!!

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Carrie, Elkridge — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:12:02 GMT

Arjun - Seriously, you're comparing Barack Obama to Jim Jones? Do you really believe that Obama wants America to go even further off-track and will do no good?

His and Clinton's positions on most issues are similar. It's not "style over substance" as the campaign with a deficit of style likes to say. Choosing Obama is "style AND substance".

All of this cult talk about Obama's campaign is complete B.S. and is a smokescreen for candidates who wish they had the reaction that he gets from his supporters. And the worst part is that it gives voters yet another reason to avoid talking about issues that are important to us - just the way many "traditional" politicians like it.

Take a deep breath, do your own actual research on each candidate and then choose who you think best represents you. If you believe that it's Clinton, then give her your support - without repeating malicious punditry. (Not sure if that's a word, but I like it!)

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Jim Herndon, Rockwall, Texas — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:16:02 GMT

First, the Clintons had their chance. The result was the Bush presidency and a Republican dominated Congress for his first term. Second, I'm tired of Hillary Clinton's constant negative attacks on Obama. It's all just rhetoric, hollow and without substance or achievement - all things she's claiming about him. Third, all the polls are saying Obama has a chance against McCain, and she doesn't.

It's time to move on, and if the Clintons have an ounce of class and a true desire to see the Democrats succeed in '08 (rather than just themselves), they'll step aside after they lose on March 4th. It's just a matter of if.

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Russ, Wyoming — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:16:33 GMT

"It's all on you."

Not the first time Bill Clinton has said those words....

Bill: Everything rides on TX and OH

lily, Lawton, Mich. — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:17:09 GMT

Just wondering if everyone has forgotten about the historical treasures that were taken from the White House when the Clintons' left; i.e. silverware for one. The American people demanded that they be returned and the Clintons had to return them. Are people overlooking the dishonesty that was woven throughout the Clinton years? We're talking about integrity here aren't we? It is sad that any gender would forget how the Clintons have manipulated their outcome countless times. Hard to believe that a portion of the women of this country can't see through the "emotional" drama that's been created in an attempt to pull yet another one over on us. Tired of tuning in to the Clinton soap opera-want to tune them out!

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Anna Molly — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:18:57 GMT

Will the Yellow Rose of Texas beat Obama to DC? Maybe.

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buymerc, Los Altos — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:20:46 GMT

Guess who has better Judgement, Organizational skills and Inspiriational - Its Bill and Obama.

So in some ways, she has a husband who has the same skills as Obama and she is finding it difficult to fight it - since she has learned to appreciate it at home.

How unfortunate.

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Richard , West Palm Beach — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:29:14 GMT

Rick,ky -- your blaming the Clintons for GWB, 911, wire tapping of Americans, And Judges fired because of their Relious beliefs ???? WTF ??

You have got to be a Republican spewing that rhetoric, the one true part is GWB

Come on wheres your head at ? Your mom didnt name you Ricky, thats a boys name. Nut up, use your brain and you would stop calling youself Ricky, and putting down the Clintons.

Oh , is that Rick , KY ??? Kentucky??? you represent your state well !!!! That explains it.....

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Javier Ortega — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:31:09 GMT

I'm a latino and Obama has my vote, not only that, but also my friend's votes. I don't know how the media came up with the idea that latinos like Hillary; Hell no! Most of the latinos I know can't stand her.

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George Washington — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:31:23 GMT

oh wow , CENSORSHIP.....IN 2008 USA . I cant say what I want because MSNBC will censor me. what a free country !!! go USA

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Mark Thieme — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:35:37 GMT

Bill Clinton won in '92 with the indirect help of the Bush family.

A deal was struck early on not to talk about what they had on GHWB (girlfriends, personal stuff)if GHWB would chill on Bill's massive "indiscretions."

Nice deal for Bill.

The Clinton's play hardball behind the spirituality, villages to raise children, and toothy grins.

They play the sandlot hardball, not like the relatively genteel Chris Matthews backyard whiffle ball.

Their game is a blood sport.

I do not know what will happen in the next month, but if the Democratic Party is destroyed in this cycle it will be a direct result of the Clintons blowing up the bridge to the future.

Watch them very closely. The 527s are the tip of the iceberg.

There will be blood.

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Yellow Rose of Texas — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:36:35 GMT

Bill and Hill have some serious talking to do before they meet the eyes of Texas. It's all on THEM.

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Enrico, El Paso TX — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:38:03 GMT

Obama grass-root events outnumber HRC 3 to 1 in TX. We can defeat her unorganized campaign, and take the Lone-Star State by double-digits.

First I read that Mr. Bill said his wife MUST win Texas . . .then I read this:

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Clinton told reporters over the weekend that her aides were still struggling to understand how the state (TX) operates.

"I've got people trying to understand it as we speak," she said. "Grown men are crying as we speak. I had no idea it was so bizarre."

Asked by ABC News how the Clinton campaign would define success in Texas, Clinton communications director Howard Wolfson said he wasn't sure. - http://www.abcnews.go.com/Politics/Vote2008/Story?id=4318311&page=2

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OK, we understand that she didn't have a post-FEB 5th plan. Does it take two weeks to learn how to screw in a light bulb?

What if this was a showdown with the UN Security Council, or a battle over a GOP filibuster on health care? Would an HRC administration allow two weeks to pass?

I guess these brilliant minds must expect me to just believe that she will be ready on day one!

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teddy orlando — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:39:46 GMT

Bill if that is the case i anxiously await her defeat in oh and tx and beyond

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Javier Ortega, Rancho Cucamonga, CA — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:39:53 GMT

Ask Bill what's his definition of winning. Seriously, I don't think Hillary has a chance. She will never get my precious latino vote.

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Mike, mulberry, fl. — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:40:24 GMT

I guess we will also be changing the name of the white house to the BLACK house, if Obama thinks he will ever get there and then maybe Michelle can be proud of her country again. They are both racist. Check out his church , Democrat for McCain if Obama is on the ticket. I hope anyone that is supporting Hillary does not vote for Barrack Hussein Obama.

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Carolyn — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:42:59 GMT

I hope you all will be happy with Obama when the Republican Machine gets through with him. How does he plan to pay for all the changes and idea's he has? He has very little experience but I guess he can pay for his promises with HOPE OR CHANGE. WAKE UP AMERICA !!!!!!!!!!

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pat stanfield, millbrook, al — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:43:37 GMT

i would like to see the press pick obama apart like they do hillary. clinton needs to push obama hard to see how much he can take instead of whinning when things get a little tough. everyone needs to discuss his accomplishements so far instead of what he promises. if he can not take the campaign negatives how will he react to a bad situation in office. are the press going to protect him then?

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Larry, Roseville, California — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:45:21 GMT

A colleague jolted our lunch conversation with the following prediction: "Hillary Clinton will be out of the race by the end of March." That was on 8 Feb 2008, and it sounded so far-fetched to this Obama man that I made him sign a [burrito chain] napkin to that effect. Which I then framed and put on his desk.

So now it's about two weeks later and it looks like he overestimated! Wow, who'd a thunk.

Go Obama!

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joshua, Portland, OR — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:45:55 GMT

Way to go BILL!?!

The Last thing Hillary wants is the expectation of results (i.e a win) from her effort.

I seriously expect a Clinton campaign press release claiming that Bill Clinton is not speaking for the Clinton campaign. Hillary has enough experence to know you fake it until you make it, and if that does'nt work blame the media..

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Darrius, Arkansas — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:50:33 GMT

Hillary can't just win in Texas and Ohio. She has to win in blowouts in Texas and Ohio. And then she has to keep winning in blowout fashion in the states the follow. That is possible, but not likely.

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Paul Brown Belleair Beach, FL — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:52:38 GMT

The Clinton's are going to throw everything they've got in the next two weeks at Texas and Ohio. Obama is the frontrunner, but Hillary still leads in Texas and Ohio. It should be interesting...See more at: http://undecidedvoters.blogspot.com/

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buymerc, Los Altos — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:53:20 GMT

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Rebecca Minneapolis, Minnesota — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:54:18 GMT

After reading some of the previous posts, I am going to have to agree with what a few of them posted.. it does not seem like Bill wants Hillary to win.. if he did, he would not be acting like such a "bonehead" whenever he opens his mouth.. I remember when he was our President. He was articulate and he had a great personality and he seemed to just draw people to him. In one word he was: "likeable." But where has that Bill Clinton gone? The current Mrs. Clinton (I couldn't resist that one) is so different, I hardly recognize him.. He is no longer articulate, he has a very negative personality that is actually turning away Clinton supporters and in one word he is now: "Unlikeable." I think Hillary's downfall was relying on Bill's previous popularity to win over the ones who didn't like her as much as him, but it has backfired on her.. He has caused her campaign to turn negative and use attack ads and once she did that, she LOST many supporters.. Caroline Kennedy ring a bell? Look, I am not saying she is not a good person, but I am saying that she is NOT the best person for the job at hand.. enough with what the Clinton's did for us in the 90's.. it's over, it's time to move on and make way for change! No more of what we have done, it's time for what we can do.. no one says it or backs it up better than Senator Barack Obama.. "YES WE CAN!"

Obama '08

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Peggy McGilligan, Alexandria, VA — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:54:57 GMT

Barack Obama's momentum makes my head swim. I can only imagine what Hillary Clinton and her people must be thinking. They actually planned to pull off this primary, but just exactly how remains a mystery. Political types will write about Hillary for decades. What not to do. And the Clinton apologists on TV; what future successful political conclusion do they envision for Hillary? Perhaps they just don't want to incur the Clinton's wrath in the final hours. That's understandable: http://theseedsof9-11.com

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charles odom,birmingham, alabama — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 22:55:23 GMT

hillary thinks everybody that did'nt vote for her is a moron and that will make the majority of americans morons in her eyes,she is so driven to win that she has to demonize her opponent to achieve her aim,and if that does'nt get it,she will shamelessly cry to get sympathy votes.That is absolutely not what we want for our president.please respect the will of the people.

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Lmyers — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 23:02:34 GMT

Why doesn't anyone notice that it is the Republicans voting in the democratic primaries that is killing Hillary? They want to run against Obama - not Hillary/Obama because that combination in unbeatable so they are crossing over and voting for Obama now that McCain is their nominee. This is so obvious especially when it shows her losing ground with older women! I don't think so! Get real people and think for yourself instead of letting the ratings crazed media convince you Hillary is losing! The Republicans are up to their usual game which is to win no matter what you have to do! I'm glad Obama's wife is finally proud of her country! Maybe she should be proud that she got a free education at Harvard when her grades shouldn't have allowed her to be admitted! If she hates white people so much how does she deal with her husbands split ancestry? He is after all more than 50%
white.

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Steve Smith, Dallas, TX — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 23:03:16 GMT

Hey Arjun,

You're going overboad comparing Obama to Jim Jones.

The more accurate comparison would be Jimmy Carter: An unknown, outsider with little experience who sprang through the forefront talking about hope, change, and doing things differently.

I hope we're not in for more of that. Jimmy was the worst ever, and I fear that Obama's lack of experience might lead to a replay of that -- especially in foreign policy, where Obama is weak.

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J, Dallas, TX — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 23:09:51 GMT

"I still hold firm in the belief that he doesn't want her to win."

"I have been saying this all along. Bill Clinton wants Hillary Clinton to lose."

At last! Someone agrees with me. Everyone looks at me like I'm crazy when I say this. But I believe that Bill doesn't want her to win.

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Jim,Eugene,Oregon — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 23:09:53 GMT

Now would be a good time for the Clinton's to hang it up. There court date will be set tomorrow , and they need time with there Attorney's.

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DCortez, Houston, Texas — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 23:13:34 GMT

It's all on us? Hey Bill, we arent't the ones comparing Obama's SC win to Jesse Jackson's SC win.

It's ALL on YOU!

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bonnie — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 23:18:12 GMT

I found BL and Patrick's remarks interesting. I have also felt that Hillary's bid for the presidency was to prove she was as good as Bill and better than his girl friends. And I agree, he's trying to stop her. There are some deep marital issues propelling the Clinton duo. If Hillary looses....she'll loose it. Look for complete meltdown.

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Rand - Los Angeles, CA — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 23:19:22 GMT

The democratic party is so short sited. Obama (if he is elected President) will be a colossal failure along the lines of Jimmy Carter. Only now it will be much worse the just the Sha of Iran. It's the entire Middle east. Can you see this guy (Obama) trying to negotiate with the leaders of Iran, etc. He'll be totally lost and America will suffer for years after his one term presidency is over.

Hillary is so completely more ready for the presidency. Hopefully, this will become evident to the Democratic party quickly.

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Melanie, Oak Park — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 23:19:22 GMT

Arjun - The comparison of Obama to psychopath such as Jim Jones is a bit harsh, don't you think?

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Irving — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 23:20:51 GMT

Arjun - Are you comparing Senator Obama to Jim Jones???!! Sounds like something Hillary would say..thus the reason she is losing.

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LATINO VOTER — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 23:22:57 GMT

She will so divorce him if she doesnt win. She will blame loss on South Carolina Comment and his other anctics.

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Kathy, Vista — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 23:25:45 GMT

The Clintons may aknowledge that without big wins in TX and OH they cannot win the nomination but the question is will they bow out gracefully at that point are try to apply muscle to super delegates and pledged delegates to get the nomination anyway and in the process tear the Democratic Party apart? Is it about THEM or is it about US.

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Jenny Crystal Lake IL — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 23:30:06 GMT

Billary said "Tell Obama that I'll meet him in Texas."

Well Billary, be careful what you wish for. Cuz our latino brethren won't be there to save you like in Nevada. The black vote in Texas will cancel the latino vote out, and it will come down to white men.....again!!

"Time....is on Barak's side....yes it is"

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rt, GA — Wed, 20 Feb 2008 23:38:18 GMT

wow how soon people forget what a good president Bill was. obama talks about change but there is not much difference in policies than hillary or Edwards.
Americans have gone super dumb this election cycle.