A Huck of a run

Ken Campbell, Tallahassee, FL — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 06:08:28 GMT

Chris Matthews just expressed the hope that some blogger caught Rachel Maddow's comment. Humbly submitted, from my own blog, FreakPolitik "12:33 AM -- MSNBC's Keith Olbermann just reported that Obama had called Clinton earlier in the evening -- no word on the content of the conversation. Air America's (and my old local morning DJ) Rachel Maddow just had the line of the night: "I thought he was going to wait until 3 AM. 'I just wanted to see if you'd answer the phone, Hillary!'" "

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gabbynet — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 06:40:51 GMT

media coverage is fair and balanced. cnn reports that white women with hispanic husbands that have one eye and one leg voted for hillary. msnbc reports that black veterans with limbs missing voted for mccain. abc reports that hispanic lesbians have all voted for obama. cbs reports that handicapped asians voted for ron paul. fox news reports that heterosexual evangelicals who enjoy squirrel meat during thanxgiving voted for huckabee.

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I Love Politics — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 06:48:46 GMT

I'm sitting here watching the gang of MSNBC (Matthews, Oberman, Russett, Todd, Maddow, O'Donnell) you know the gang - the Obama Cheerleaders with EGG ON THEIR FACE and I love it!
SNL revealed the Big Love-In for Barack Obama MSNBC & NBC had for him rather than vetting the man to see what he is made of. Now they have lost their credibility as a media corp and have become the laughing clowns that they are. Where is the CEO of NBC? Probably watching his marketshare diminish right before his very eyes and wondering why do I have these clowns running the company. If I were him I would fire all of them especially Tim Russett who should have stayed over on the NBC side, and hire some young hungry journalist who do what journalist are suppose to do - report what has happen, what is happening and stay out of speculating what will happen.

I thank God we live in a free country in which the American People will decide who will be the next President and not the Media.

Mr CEO. Get Rid of these Dummies (He! He! He! He!)

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CORA FORT WORTH, TEXAS — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 07:25:48 GMT

I DO NOT CARE ABOUT WHAT PHONE RINGS AND AT WHAT TIME. WE DEMOCRATS WHO FEEL CHEATED IN TEXAS WILL GET THIS RIGHT IF HILLARY IS EVER THE FORCED NOMINEE. KEEP WATCHING AND LISTENING. WE WILL NOT VOTE FOR HER. SHE WILL NEVER GET BACK IN THE WHITE HOUSE TO DISGRACE IT AGAIN. THE DYNASTY OF THE BUSHES AND CLINTONS ARE OVER. IF WE THE AMERICAN PEOPLE FEEL CHEATED AGAIN WE WILL SHOW THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY SOMETHING. WE ARE NOT PLAYING THE SUPER DELEGATES GAME NEITHER ARE WE PLAING THE FORCING GAME WITH HILLARY ON US. BELIEVE IT OR NOT!!!

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Lo in Or — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 07:56:00 GMT

Huckabee showed alot of class and some humor as well in his concession speech. He went out in style.

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Mike, Plano, Texas — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 11:10:22 GMT

If Obama is the answer, someone asked the wrong question!

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Bonnie — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 11:49:50 GMT

I really liked Huckabee though Obama is my choice. I would have voted for Huck rather than Clinton. If Clinton wins the nomination, I'll have to go with Nader or do a write in. Sorry...I know that hurts the Dem party but I have to go with my concience and Hillary has shown herself to be a poisonous viper. I can't in give a nod to her as my leader.

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ConservativesUnited, USA — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 12:05:29 GMT

Don't let the door hit you on the backside Huckabee.

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Katie, Des Moines, IA — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 12:31:53 GMT

I'm so proud to be an Iowan this year because we had the rare privilege of revealing to the world what a great man Mike Huckabee is. I will be voting for him in 2012, but that year, his landslide victory will be like nothing we've seen before. Join the movement.
HucksArmy.com

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vince, Cincinnati, Ohio — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 12:42:13 GMT

THIS IS WHAT A PERSON WITH PERCEPTIVE COMMON SENSE SEES: I see one campaign within the democratic party, running a professional and dignified race. I see the other campaign doing anything and saying everything to win.

Clinton campaign is without morrality. How can people want someone leading our country, who is deceptive, doesn't stop at anything to get a result, rearranges truths, has no respect the vote of the people of america, and will risk degrading a fellow democrat in order to get what SHE wants?

Hillary is not for the people. She is for herself. She basically says, all of these votes, that people have taken the time to register, doesn't mean anything, it's up to a handful of americans to decide who gets the nomination. WRONG! Then, why did we vote???

This is a model of how she will carry on business. SHE WILL ONLY RECOGNIZE, RESPECT, AND TAKE ACTION FOR THOSE WHO SHE DEEMS ARE IMPORTANT TO HER AND HER INTEREST. The usual protocol in Washington.

Hillary is not running to lead the people. She is not running for the people. She's running for herself and her glory. That's why she doesn't care what she says about Obama. When you have no scruples, your hands aren't tied on any mode of operation; just, whatever works.

I do not trust Hillary. I see that she is fairly underhanded, and manipulative. She is divisive. She ignores whatever isn't appealing to her own interests.

I don't think Obama is so great, but, he holds himself to more of a professional and dignified call to leadership. I believe he cares about what he says, and want just say anything. I believe that what comes out of his mouth, is not just a manipulative ploy. I believe that Obama transcends the usual protocol of politics. I believe that he has a connection and understands what the MAJORITY of voters want.

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Class Warrior, D.C. — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 12:50:59 GMT

Who's the Huckster kidding? Mc Wars has been running as unopposed as Hugo Chavez and Kim Jong Il for weeks now. He's just been the warm-up act to keep the restless voters entertained.
I never listen to these jerks, but what are guys like Lush Rimjob saying NOW about Mc Hundred Years' War? Is he still too liberal for the GOP?

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Jimbob, Texas — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 12:57:36 GMT

Ken, what does this have to do with Huckabee?

Spammer.

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Mary Ratliff, Houston, TX. — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 13:31:23 GMT

Leaving my polling place yesterday I met a woman who was bemoaning her vote. "I wish I hadn't voted like that", she said. "Why", I asked. She replied, "I wanted to vote for Huckabee but our pastor told us to vote for McCain so I did but I wish I hadn't"
Poor Huckabee, wonder how many other votes he lost for similar reasons.

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Rick, NC — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 13:42:59 GMT

Speaking of the obama media team on msnbc...seeing the shocked and dismayed looks of mathews, olbermann, russert and the rest of the chatter heads as the night wore on and the news looked better and better for clinton was priceless...if obama can't take some rough treatment from one of his own I hardly think he is the one for the WH

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Trey, Indianapolis, IN — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 13:56:00 GMT

Sorry to see Huck go. I'm a Obama guy who doesn't agree with his abortion views or the fair tax, but he had the courage to stand up for what was right and the Republican's hanged him for it. One day a Republican like Huck will make it on the Ballot and I can vote for a Republican.

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susan f — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 14:04:39 GMT

To: Ken Campbell
Yes, I caught it when she first said it, and it was PERFECT!

Farewell, ol' Hucker-oos! We'll see you 'round! There's one thing I'll say about him, I do respect the man, the candidate and his sense of humor!

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SMACK ME ON THE LIPS SHRUB — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 14:10:32 GMT

Huck can go kiss McWAR's ass now! McWAR is getting the kiss of death at lunch today! LOL How the worm does turn.

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EFR, Dayton OH — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 14:15:24 GMT

I like Mike! Kudos to Mike Huckabee for a race well run, for maintaining his dignity and his sense of humor. I look forward to future election years with Mike as a contender. He'll have my vote then, just like he had it this time. Way to go, Mike!! You da man!

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Robert, Huntsville AL — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 14:19:44 GMT

What a wonderful campaign. I think the vote split in South Carolina did destroy Huckabee's chances at the nomination but there is no sense in dwelling on it now. Governor Huckabee's message presented fresh ideas about how to run the country and always stayed positive. A Huckabee-Obama general election would have been magic, and as it is now we may even get McCain-Clinton, more of the same, after all of this talk of change. Obama is my only horse left in the race, but I would be a fervent supporter of Governor Mike Huckabee for president were he to run again. May God continue to bless America.

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nuanced — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 15:49:58 GMT

Huckabee/Paul -- so the non-warmonger Republicans can have real conservatives to vote for.

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Dan Campbell Phoenix AZ — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 16:13:18 GMT

Mr. Mccain,

If you don't pick Huckabee as your VP then I will not vote. I am only interested in voting for Huckabee.

If you pick Huckabee I will also help you as a supporter. I will wave McHuckabee signs, make youtube videos, write letters to the editor, and make thousands of phone calls for you guys.

If you want the help of people like me and Huck's Army, you need to keep our candidate in the race.

Sincerely,

Dan Campbell

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Doc Smith — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 16:13:39 GMT

I was calling Huckabee's name as my candidate when people were quizzically saying "Mike who?" While I am proud of Huck's work overall, he lost my support when I found major differences in his campaign position on illegal immigration compared to his stated position on the same topic in his book entitled "From Here to Higher Ground" which was published in January of 2007. The difference did come to light in the media, though not much, but for those of us who got it, we were never offered an explanation for the vast difference in his stated policy in this area.

I do believe that Huck is a Godly man and I do believe that a Godly man is what this country needs at the helm. A wide margin majority in this country feel the same way. Why must we remain the silent majority. Christians had better stop sitting idle while ungodly men (and women) lie, cheat and steal from the citizens of these United States.

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Beth in FL — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 16:44:24 GMT

Last night left me near tears, and feeling so lost.
The good thing is, I was more engaged in this presidential election than I''ve ever been- and I know the same is true for many others. That''s a good thing! I know what I want to fight for: the FairTax, illegal immigration reform and border security (I believe it should be a state issue now), Second Amendment rights, American sovereignty, addressing our aging infrastructure, an accelerated program to energy independence...and Mike Huckabee.
This country bought into the stereotype, and never bothered to research Governor Huckabee''s stands on the issues- I know it, because I''ve encountered so many narrow-minded people in blogs all over the ''net. We lost an opportunity to nominate the Real Deal, and that so seldom comes along. We lost an opportunity to elect a President with excellent ideas for America''s future success, and the ability to brilliantly articulate them. We lost a true leader who is capable of uniting us and inspiring us to greatness.
I will stop yelling at the TV soon, I''m sure. In the meantime, I''ll watch to see the next step Mike takes on the national stage.

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Nicholas: Minnesota — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 17:02:19 GMT

“It's not gonna be an uncomfortable or awkward situation whatsoever. That's something that's good for both of us.”
--Yet a Clinton/Obama ticket would be awkward as hell! I'm surprised actually that Clinton is seeking a VP shot. She would be more effective as a Senator (larger/more important role), and she would have to wait potentially 8 years to run--at John McCain's age.

Wow, congrats to Sen. J. McCain. If anybody deserved the GOP nom. it is him. Best of luck to his campaign.

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Cory, Tampa, Florida — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 17:21:19 GMT

He had indicated pretty much if he lost South Carolina, he'd be out, and ya know if we had won South Carolina, I think we'd be on the way to the nomination,” he said.

If he would have done like he said and stopped after South Carolina then Romney would have won Florida and we Republicans would have a nominee worth rallying around. Way to go Huckabee(notice his likeness to Gomer Pyle both in speech and looks) you ruined it for the rest of us.

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anybody, USA — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 18:03:04 GMT

Speaking to reporters during the flight, Huckabee said the handwriting was indeed on the wall.

“Clearly, things didn't go our way tonight as we had hoped they would, but when the inevitable is staring you in the face, you accept it, and that's why I feel like it's time to realize we've made the best effort we can,”

Only about a month after the rest of us.

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anybody, USA — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 18:03:37 GMT

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Kira, Utah — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 18:08:14 GMT

Mary- too bad that woman never learned to think for herself. I'm not a Huck fan at all (or a McCain fan), but I think it's truly a sad day in America when people act against their own instinct/best judgement because of what someone else told them to do. Freedom is what America is all about. Too many people act like sheep and follow the "crowd", especially when it comes to politics... Perhaps this experience will teach her to take the time to educate herself on the issues/candidates and vote by her own heart and mind and not as a robot for her pastor next time around.

One can only hope!!!

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just an observation — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 18:17:25 GMT

If you consider where Romney ended (before he passed delegates on to McCain), he ended with over 280 delegates. According to Real Clear Politics, Huck ended with 267, and according to CNN 270. The writing was on the wall a LONG time ago!

All of the "fallen" candidates have "if only" stories like Huck does in SC... (Thompson- if only Huck hadn't entered and I had acted alive, I'd have been the conservative choice; Romney- if only I'd won in NH or IA, I'd have had a better shot; Ron Paul- if only another 30 or 40% of republicans had joined the "revolution"...) but most of them stepped aside when the writing was put on the wall, not after the paint started to chip and fade.

Nevertheless, good luck to Huck with his career with the Rolling Stones... although they may not be comfortable with his preachy style- doesn't really match them! :)

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Stacey, Durham NC — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 18:19:49 GMT

I will devote my life to making sure that Mike Huckabee doesn't get anywhere near the Oval Office. I wouldn't trust him to tie his own shoes let alone run the free world. Incompetence at its finest.

But, he did do a good job of pulling the wool over the eyes of his supporters. A few speeches at church and an amen and they just came running. Never mind his atrocious record as governor. Blind leading the blind.

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Tom Mueller, Rio Rancho, NM — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 18:57:52 GMT

Huckabee was excellent last evening in accepting defeat. I may not agree with all of his stances but it is wonderful to see a gentleman with grace and humility after months of campaigning. I think MCCain should seriously consider him for his Veep. Huck is fairly well known now and I don't think he has too many negatives with a lot of possible voters.

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Bob C NJ — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 19:25:38 GMT

Its incredible feeling Hillary said after winning Ohio, Texas and Rhode Island.... truly indeed especially when i turned my tv to MSNBC and saw the faces of Chris Matthews,Obermann Russert,Todd and others in shocked and red. The contest is not over Hillary has the momentum and flying high. She will be the next president.To MSNBC Gang.... its time for you to sign off.... take a hike or maybe you want to visit Kenya... Obama's grandma will cook monkey brain soup for all of you... he he he.

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2012 is too late, Las Vegas, NV — Wed, 05 Mar 2008 20:56:41 GMT

Hey Katie, Des Moines, IA:

2012? If McCain becomes President the human race won't see 2012, because the nuke fallout from WWIII will still have a half life of thousands of years.

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Maritom Hardy, Laurens, SC — Thu, 06 Mar 2008 02:18:54 GMT

McCain would do well for the party and nation as a whole if he selected Mike Huckabee to be his running mate. Huck has the keen ideas, youth and the humor that will make the ticket work. They'd be like a team working together without the negatives as we've seen in the democratic party... McCain + Huckabee '08!