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Patty,sd,ca — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:40:13 GMT

Tell like like it is girl.

He is BLACK and blacks are voting for him because he is BLACK.

Does the truth hurt?

Clinton 08

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Jeff, Greensboro, NC — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:43:25 GMT

Listen carefully: They're attacking you because you're a senile bigot, not because you're white.

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women want justice--too — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:44:00 GMT

Well, Hillary is not the "right man (oops--women) for the job Geraldine Ferraro! If it where not, for her position as the first lady (once upon a time in a land far far away) Hillary would not be considered for the position of President--no mater her sex. Yes, your right--prejudice is a sword sharpened on both side that cuts in two directions. However, your missing the Point of the Sword--Predjudice is wrong.

WAKE-UP, You racist--Hillary, do like Obama says, "Denounce and Reject." "I don't agree with her comments" is not strong enough a response to be President.

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Barbara Pfefferkorn, Dallas, TX — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:44:00 GMT

Shame, shame on you Geraldine Ferraro. Your original words and subsequent explanation prove you are from the past where sexism and racism were both used for political expediency. Aren't you about the same age as McCain & Reagan? Your time has passed. Please be quiet. Most of us are looking towards the future.

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Dani, Rockford, IL — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:44:03 GMT

Excuse me - last I knew, prior to Bill's poorly timed race remarks and comparison of Obama to Jesse Jackson, Hillary was getting the lionshare of the black vote.

I suppose a woman voting for a woman for the sake that it is a woman is ok??

p.s. I'm a woman and I'm voting for Obama. I'm also white, middle class and tired of the politics as usual I've seen in my adult life. We deserve better!!

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jp,michigan — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:44:09 GMT

Since the beginning of this Presidential campaign Obama has made sexist remarks about Hillary. The type of clothing she wears, she likable enough, to her crying in New Hampshire. Most comments are underhanded , but they are there. As far as the race card , Obama has used it himself for sympathy in South Carolina. How the Clinton's were picking on him, poor African-American man. He distorted Clinton's words so the African=American population would feel sorry for him. He is a very professional calculating politician, he knows very well what he is doing to get the votes. He plays the Chicago type of politics.

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Jack Foster iii — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:46:07 GMT

Incredible. This lady is clueless.

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Kevin, SF, CA — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:46:38 GMT

OMG, she's going to get lynched.

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Rory, Missoula, MT — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:47:20 GMT

This is really pathetic!
Let's play who is the bigger victim!
Maybe I like to live in a fuzzy-wuzzy fantasy world, but my peers and I choose who to vote for candidates based on content of character - not gender or color of skin. I'm aware that the gender/race issue does play a role, but I don't think it is as big as a role as the MSM is making it out to be.

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Steven, Detroit, Mich. — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:47:20 GMT

Go Ferraro!! She's 100% RIGHT!! You can't say anything against Obama or any of his supporters without being labeled racist. They're the biggest whiners I've ever seen! McCain with DESTROY him in the debates even worse than he did Mitt Romney!!

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Stewart, Bethesda, MD — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:50:34 GMT

Well said Ferraro, now lets see how long it takes the obama loving media to prolong and mischaracterize your comments.

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Just Wondering — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:50:35 GMT

Ferraro, get off the stage. Even if you're right, I bet you'd scream bloody murder if someone DARED to point out the other reality in this campaign:

That is that women are voting for Hillary because she's a woman and a Clinton. Isn't that a fact too, Mrs. Ferraro? Why won't you talk about that "reality"?

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Ron, TX — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:50:36 GMT

"'Racism works in two different directions. I really think they're attacking me because I'm white. How's that?'"

Oh. My. God. It's not ok to be sexist OR racist.

If a black man said it, it'd be just as bad. Ms. Ferraro, do you remember a man by the name of Bob Johnson? He was black. He had to apologize, too.

How absolutely and utterly disgusting. And then they have the gaul to say Obama wouldn't be where he is if he was a woman?! When they are supporters of Hillary Clinton, who is in a CLOSE second place?!

Did they ever stop to think, you know, maybe, people don't hate Hillary Clinton because she's a woman. People hate Hillary Clinton because she's evil. And she's not just evil because she's a calculative woman. She's evil like Dick-Cheney-Evil... down in the dirty-corrupt-mud-evil. There's nothing sexist about that. Maybe people hate her because she'll stop at absolutely nothing, she'll stop at absolutely no ethical or moral boundary, to secure the nomination.

I'm utterly disgusted right now. I mean, I've overlooked a lot of stunts the Clinton campaign has tried to pull, but this is blatantly and horribly across the line.

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voter,az — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:52:08 GMT

She entirely right. If a woman was running after being in the senate less than 3 yrs she would not of made it this far. That is the point she was making. Sexism is very strong today and woman need to realize this.

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Rick,Ky — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:52:29 GMT

Women like you Geraldine, Give Women a Bad Rep! Plain & Simple.

Hillary Now knows if she can't Win ( Steal)the nomination, her Senate seat in New York will be harder for to defend in 4 year's. New Yorker's have seen her for what she is, A Racist Bitch, yes i said it(if it get's posted).Her calculated political career will sonn be over.Thank God, No More Clinton's in American Politic's!

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Bobby D, Fort Worth, TX — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:52:31 GMT

How can a White Woman tell us which is the greater of 2 evils Sexism or Racism? She should just shut up...

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CJ-Texas — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:52:32 GMT

OK reality check. As an African American female who has listed to what Senator Obama has said and I am STILL waiting for subtance, and Lord knows I AM NOT a foaming at the mouth Hillary fan. There is a song with lyrics that say, "talking loud and saying nothing". Should Senator Obama become the nominee he will have to come up with a better play book.

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Shel, SLC UT — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:52:40 GMT

Ms. Ferraro...

When you find yourself in a deep hole, its usually best to stop digging.

White, green, black, blue, male, female, hermaphrodite... it doesn't matter. It's the message. Please don't drag others down into the mud with you & Hill.

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Judi, Pueblo, CO — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:52:41 GMT

"" 'He knows damn well that the best thing to do in a situation like this is to come back and hit with race,' Ferraro said"

He didn't come back and hit with race, you came forward and hit with race, Geraldine. Sheesh. You and Hillary are the women who make women like me say, "I'd love to see a woman president - just not her."

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Just Pathetic — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:53:31 GMT

Adults should know that words are powerful. Especially the words of those who are in the public eye. Being a victim of 'sexism' I guess gives her the right to make others the victims of racism.

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Elliott, Los Angeles, CA — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:53:49 GMT

Give em Hell Geri!!

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Don't You Realize the Hypocrisy Mrs. Ferraro? — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:53:56 GMT

Geraldine, sorry Ma'am, it's not just black people who are questioning you. White people WHO VOTED FOR OBAMA BECAUSE HE"S A BETTER CANDIDATE than Senator Clinton are questioning you as well.

If somebody pointed out anything out "Senator Clinton's support among women coming because she's a woman," we'd have a bloodbath on our hands. And YOU would be leading the firing squad.

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Aaron, Phoenix — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:54:04 GMT

So I guess her opinion doesn't matter because she's a woman. If she was a black elf with horns, she wouldn't be where she is today. Pathetic trash!

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Jason, Orlando, Florida — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:54:08 GMT

You know what, I completely agree with Ms. Ferraro. If Barack Obama was a white man named John Smith, he would not be in the position he is in today. No, instead of fighting through April in a negative primary, the "white" Barack Obama would've locked up the nomination back on February 5th.

Ms. Ferraro said a dumb comment, made worse by Senator Clinton's weak dismissal, as well as Sen. Obama's reference. Ms. Ferraro should have no say in what happens in American politics if she feels that the only reason Obama has staying power is because he is black. I am ashamed as a Democrat that she was our Vice-Presidential candidate so long ago, and I hope that with a vote for Obama we do in fact get a new age of politics, one free of this horrid negativity.

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Happy and over 50, IL — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:54:15 GMT

Angry white women over the age of 50 are not helping Hillary. But forward-looking, content white women over the age of 50 are definitely responding to Barack Obama and his call for change, unity and a new politic in Washington, DC.

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Wheeler, los Angeles, Ca — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:54:38 GMT

Wow, this is getting fun. The Obama Campaign must be thrilled. What a loose cannon.

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working men read this — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:55:24 GMT

Perhaps Penn. needs a reminder of who the working Man is-- Here--talk is cheap--let me prove it!

Who's the best? Obama's the best. Take a look you sad Clintonites and you'll see that Obama did more in 8 months then most senators do in a lifetime of service. That's the kind of president I want working for me.

The following information gathered from the Library of Congress on the Legislative experience Junior Senator Hillary Clinton and Junior Senator Barack Obama. Please Feel free to check these records for yourself and draw your own conclusion.

Senator Clinton, who has served only one full term, which is 6 years and another year campaigning, has authored and passed 20 twenty pieces of legislation in her term of six years into law. These bills can be found at (wwwhomas.loc.gov). Senator Clinton has passed.

(1) Establish the Kate Mullany National Historic Site.
(2) Support the goals and ideals of Better Hearing and Speech Month.
(3) Recognize the Ellis Island Medal of Honor.
(4) Name courthouse after Thurgood Marshall.
(5) Name courthouse after James L. Watson.
(6) Name post office after Jonn A. O'Shea.
(7) Designate Aug. 7, 2003, as National Purple Heart Recognition Day.
(8) Support the goals and ideals of National Purple Heart Recognition Day.
(9) Honor the life and legacy of Alexander Hamilton on the bicentennial of his death.
(10) Congratulate the Syracuse Univ. Orange Men's Lacrosse Team on winning the championship.
(11) Congratulate the Le Moyne College Dolphins Men's Lacrosse Team on winning the championship.
(12) Establish the 225th Anniversary of the American Revolution Commemorative Program.
(13) Name post office after Sergeant Riayan A. Tejeda.
(14) Honor Shirley Chisholm for her service to the nation and express condolences on her death.
(15) Honor John J. Downing, Brian Fahey, and Harry Ford, firefighters who lost their lives on duty.

Only five of Clinton's bills are, more substantive.
(16) Extend period of unemployment assistance to victims of 9/11.
(17) Pay for city projects in response to 9/11
(18) Assist landmine victims in other countries.
(19) Assist family caregivers in accessing affordable respite care.
(20) Designate part of the National Forest System in Puerto Rico as protected in the wilderness preservation system.

She has a nice list, but note that these are The Fact's straight from the Senate Record; Therefore, it is not made up.

Now, It is time to post Senator Obama's record from the Library of Congress.I have to mention that Senator Obama's list is too substantive, one is coalesced to categorize. Since its alot, remember you can go to the Library of Congress website, and check it out yourself, but I am just summarizing his first 8 months.

During Senator Obama's first 8 eight months of elected service he sponsored over 820 bills.

He introduced 233 bills regarding healthcare reform,
125 bills on poverty and public assistance,
112 bills on crime fighting,
97 economic bills,
60 human rights and anti-discrimination bills,
21 ethics reform bills,
15 gun control,
6 veterans affairs and many others.
In his first year in the U.S. Senate, he authored 152 bills and co-sponsored another 427. These included:
(1)the Coburn-Obama Government Transparency Act of 2006 that became LAW,
(2)The Lugar-Obama Nuclear Non-proliferation and Conventional Weapons Threat Reduction Act that became LAW, (3)The Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act that passed the Senate,
(4)The 2007 Government Ethics Bill that became LAW,
(5)The Protection Against Excessive Executive Compensation Bill that is in committee just to name a few.

In all since he entered the U.S. Senate, Senator Obama has written 890 bills and co-sponsored another 1096. An impressive record, for someone who supposedly has no legislative record. Read the facts and not emotion.

What has Hillary done in comparison? Absolutely--noth. . .

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Mark, Burlington VT — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:55:37 GMT

So if he wasn't black and she wasn't married to Bill...

Ferraro is so 20th century.

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LEELER,FL — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:55:44 GMT

WHAT SOMEONE IS FINALLY CALLING OUT OBAMA'S BOO HOOING,RACIST SCREAMING CAMPAIGN???
I LOVE IT ...YOU GO GIRL

CAHNGE YOU SAY ...I SAY CHANGE YOUR DIAPER

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PAW, Oakland, CA — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:55:57 GMT

Ferraro = Hillary Clinton,
The comments say all there needs to be said on their approach to party unity and racial equality.
The Obama campaign gave the Clinton campaign 24 hours to respond on their own and assume responsibility for their surrogate.
In this they failed miserably and chose to play wait n see and respond only if the Obama campaign made an issue of this rather than standing on what the Clinton campaign calls principal.
The Clinton campaign needs to donate to charity all of the campaign contributions raised by this obviously racist person who represents the white, low wage, never ever a black politician policies of the young governor Wallace, Bull Connor wing of the democratic party that seems to have migrated from Alabama, Mississippi & Georgia to Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey & Michigan. While never leaving Florida.

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John Stevens, Hillsdale IN — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:56:03 GMT

You go girl - White Male. There has been and continues to be a large degree of sexism in the race. Although Obama argues he wants a color and gender blind race, it is anything but.

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Andrew, Pittsburgh, PA — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:56:06 GMT

This lady needs to shut it and go home.

Sure, one can argue that it was and is hard for women to get equal treatment, but we have come a really long way in that respect. However, trying to equate it to the suffering that African Americans had to go through is strikingly arrogant. I don't remember many women getting enslaved or killed just because they were different.

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Brad — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:56:13 GMT

She just needs to step away from the spot light.. She is no good for the campign...

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Terry — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:56:21 GMT

I'm done. The democratic party is a joke. I am an Obama supporter and I beleive if McCain wins the election in November, the democratic party will have gotten what it deserves.

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Amy — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:56:31 GMT

Words are powerful and everyone knows it. If they weren't, why did Hillary become so upset over being called a 'monster' or being accused of 'pimping her daughter'. She should know better. Words can make you feel good or feel bad, feel happy or feel sad. It is pretty wreckless of Hillary to not put this to an end. Have some class. Again, poor judgement.

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John — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:56:46 GMT

Geraldine...stop digging dah-ling! You're going down deeper....

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Todd — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:57:35 GMT

It should be clear to every thinking person that this is encouraging racism.

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Robert Ford, Reno, NV — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:57:54 GMT

Geraldine is right on in her remarks. Do you think 80-90% of the blacks would vote for a white person? Never have before that I know of. They are voting strictly on race, obviously. Great rationale for picking a candidate. Today's college kids are abysmally ignorant of the facts and they get online and chatter back and forth about nothing and get psyched up over a younger person they know nothing about and they vote for him because it's cool. God only knows why the old liberals are voting for him. Lemmings, I would say. He is the most overrated candidate, maybe second to George Bush, I have ever seen, and he will lost to McCain because of it.

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Is there no level to which Hillary won't stoop? — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:58:03 GMT

Ok, so clearly the Clinton campaign has made a decision (if you think that Mrs. Ferraro's response wasn't discussed with Wolfson & Penn today, you're a fool).

What a sad state of affairs. The Clinton campaign has realized that it won't be able to win African American votes. And so it has decided to do whatever it can to appeal to the "subliminally racist" vote in Pennsylvania. Bang the drums about racism and about the Obama campaign playing the racist card and hope it solidifies your "white undereducated" vote in Pennsylvania.

As a white voter, I am disgusted

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Lin Lo — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:58:25 GMT

I really think they're attacking me because I'm white. How's that?'... WHAT IS WRONG WITH THIS WOMAN!? Does she think that only black people are voting for Obama? I am a 49 year old white woman and I find her comments amazingly offensive. Hillary had better shut this woman up. Oh, wait. Let her talk, she can help Hillary dig her own political grave.

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CJ — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:58:43 GMT

This woman must be completely out of her mind! Didn't Bill Clinton get the majority of the African American votes when he ran for president. The African American community has always supported Democrats and have pulled their weight in order to get Democrats elected across the country. Now we have a QUALIFIED black candidate that can lead nation in new direction are we are look as turning our backs on whites. This woman is a FOOL!

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John Doe — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:59:39 GMT

She's still telling the truth. Way ta go Ferraro.

You're just telling it like it is.

Obama can't have it both ways.......he wants the black super delegates to come over and support him, but doesn't want people to say why they are.

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David, Las Vegas Nevada — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 22:59:52 GMT

The man is a talented orator, charismatic, and posseses the innate ability to inspire. These are not racial attributes. Reagan, Kennedy, and a host of other "white" men possessed them also. To say that Obama's appeal is based primarily on race IS a racist remark. The nation and the world are ready and in need of a dynamic, inspiring leader regardless of race or gender.

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WesternWoman — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:00:10 GMT

No woman is voting for Hillary because she is a woman. The NOW organization in New York isn't calling everyone a sexist if they don't back the first viable woman for presidency.

So it is reverse racism to vote for Barack Obama if you are black and see the first viable black candidate EVER???

Gerri, YOU injected race into the discussion when you made your first statement. He does not win IOWA, IDAHO (a black man's dream state), COLORADO, NEBRASKA, and WYOMING because you are a black man, especially a black man named Barack Obama.

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John, Allentown PA — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:00:14 GMT

Ok, so Ferraro was a token candidate on the 1984 ticket that got slaughtered by Reagan and she has qualifications to say these stupid things because? She has no what's the word Gravitas. At least Obama is charismatic, intelligent and, one heck of a campaigner. She didn't help Mondale in 1984 and she isn't helping Hillary in 2008.

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Pat, Davis, CA — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:00:26 GMT

More Ferraro defense on FOX news (yikes):

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOIwQSq9y8o

She's now spouting that Obama needs her to fundraise for him, so he'd better stop attacking her...

(My two cents: sexism & racism, who cares which is worse? They're both wrong. Period. Saying that Obama wouldn't be where he is if he wasn't a black man is just like saying Hillary wouldn't be where she was if she wasn't a white woman. They both hold truth for a small voting bloc, but cares what that voting bloc thinks? They've nullified themselves by being prejudiced like Ferraro. I'd like to think that the vast majority of informed voters are standing by their candidate because of the issues and the personality of their candidates. If Ferraro is correct, it's a sad thing, but people where I live seem to be judging on issues.)

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nuanced — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:01:04 GMT

"This time SHE claimed to be the victim of racism and said, "Sexism is a bigger problem." ..."

I agree with Gerry on the sexism. That is why I chose to support Obama over Hillary. I know he has a better chance of overcoming bias in this country than she does. I want the candidate who will win in November. I am suprised she would raise an issue that argues against voting for Hillary. Remember Ferraro LOST the election for the Democrats as a female vice-presidential candidate; not a good thing to raise in people's minds. I didn't want to make an issue of it but since the Clinton campaign has decided to do so here goes. My impression is that probably 25% of melanin challenged voters would be uncomfortable with a melanin endowed candidate, but somewhat less than 50% women and somewhat more than 50% of men would be uncomfortable with the thought of a woman candidate. Ergo, that is why I supported John Edwards and must now go with Obama as the next choice.
P.S. -- Hillary's divisiveness hasn't been a help.

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A Charles, LA, CA — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:02:39 GMT

Gloria Steinem has issues. Ferraro made childish comments & should have apologized for injecting either -ism into the race.

Let's talk fact. 60% of voters are women. 30% are AA. While AA are a factor in some pockets, women are a consistent advantage for Clinton.

And secondly, at the beginning of February polls showed Clinton leading Obama with black voters. He won them over.

Clinton is starting a fire she can't put out here.

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bill dalton — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:03:05 GMT

another mistake by the clinton campaign, putting this women into the spotlight, while people are voting in mississippi. if hillary was smart, which everyone says she is, i don't know if i do. anyway she should get rid of ferraro, spitzer, wuf,wuf,wolfson, and terry mccauliffe, throw anne lewis in there for good measure. there all old school hacks, except for spitzer, he has the bill problem, anyway four years of hillary, nothing is going to change, there all old school, running an old style campaign-with it's primary goal of smearing your opponent, and that's because hillary has no record to run on. also if there's a god, there will be a scandal running down fast eddy rendell highway soon. he's another old school political hack, who's been feeding, and i mean feeding at the public trough way to long. the restaurant is closing mr. rendell, last call. go take your final pee, and leave the premises.

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Aaron, Phoenix — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:03:30 GMT

So I guess her opinion doesn't matter because she's a woman. If she was a black elf with horns, she wouldn't be where she is today. Pathetic trash!

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PA — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:04:13 GMT

She sounds very much like the Clintons, the politics of Washington insiders. She said it with very negative implications, but she is now shifting her position as her friend Hillary does all the time by doing the "sorry talk". I think she should be kicked out of that campaign if Hillary wants to be fair as she claims.

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Carole Michel,Evansville, In — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:04:29 GMT

I agree with Ferraro stating that sexism gets ignored compared to racism for a public outcry. She has the right to state any opinion she wishes even though it causes a "stir".

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Kimmie, Milwaukee, WI — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:05:04 GMT

'Ferraro said she was not trying to diminish Obama's candidacy.'

That's exactly what she is trying to do.

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Iowa Voter — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:05:19 GMT

Anything the Clinton champaign says or does is perfectly okay. Just like President Clinton was the that got NAFA in an now Hillary says she against it. Sounds like double talk to me. If she gets the nomination I will vote for John McCain. Enough of the Clinton's and the Bush's.

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Chris, Quincy IL — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:05:24 GMT

Thanks Phyllis for keeping us all informed as to the absurdity of this former political figure. Walter Mondale may have ended his political career by putting this woman on the ticket with him. I'm sure he has many regrets.

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Warren, Lincoln, Virginia — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:06:13 GMT

It isn't the '60's Geraldine -- try to evolve!

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Henry, Bellingham, WA — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:06:19 GMT

Ferraro is not only shameless but also illiterate. "If Obama WAS a white man" is a real howler. She doesn't even know one of the most elementary grammatical rules.

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Eric, Denver — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:07:03 GMT

So she is fighting back by being a racist?
Wait a second .. isn't this the same argument that white supremacists use just with an added gender flavor?

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andre kaz — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:07:04 GMT

You know G. Obama is half white--yes he is--and you know G. there are a lot of non-racist black folks voting for the "White" Obama-

What's that I hear in your thoat--I must be crow.

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KNH — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:07:13 GMT

Ferraro's remarks would not be such a big deal if the Clinton campaign hadn't howled about the Powers remark and demanded her resignation, or insisting Obama "denounce and reject" Farakhan's support (which he didn't ask for).

For Clinton to shrug off Ferraro's remarks and now Spitzer's behavior while demanding Obama's supporters fall on their sword gives her a big H for hypocrisy.

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Susan, Lincoln NE — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:07:19 GMT

She is talking out both sides, as does the campaign that she supports. How can she say that Barack would not be in this position if he were white or a woman, when HRC is is the same position and is both white and a woman! This double talk is typical Clinton-camp double-speak, and if HRC does not denounce and reject her support, it shows that she is willing to take any measure for her personal Quest for Greed and Power!
HRC is willing to throw anyone under the bus for her personal gains, and if you think that you are safe from this fate, then she's got you fooled too! Just wait... you'll see.

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Darin — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:07:32 GMT

The only reason that we know the name of Geraldine Ferraro is because she is a white woman. We must consider that Jesse Jackson had received the third most popular votes for the democratic nomination 21% but, received only 8% of the votes at the convention. Walter Mondale added her as his running mate in an attempt to appear progressive hoping by adding a woman to the ticket that African-American and white women would stand behind the party following its clearly un-democratic and racist actions at the convention. It only worked for white women. Until Senator Obama’s win Iowa many African-American’s including myself felt that was no in the Democratic Party for us. Yes, Reverend Jackson ran as a Democrat in 1988 but, there was little evidence that the outcome would be any different and our support was in hopes of sending a message to the party, I am not sure that they got it. It is clear that African-American’s were not fooled by Mondale’s pandering to the female vote by nominating Ferraro and that Ferraro would not have been selected if she were a man. It appears that many of the Clinton’s and their supporters are no more prepared to unite the party today than was Mondale in 1984.

Darin Independent voter in Maryland.

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ChillieJ — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:07:51 GMT

You go girl!!!!

Finally somebody stated the obvious. This is not about uniting anybody. Obama and his fllowers have created teh biggest divide of races since - let's see, Rodney King. Funny thing is - I am nmot black or white. And his homophobe friends in his "Christian" church are not uniting anybody either. This man is doing nothing but stirring up division and hatred. Then he will sit back and laugh because he made history, while you and I have to live with the fall-out. The Clintons united across race, gender, sexual orientation and religion. And let's not forget generation. Now we once again have the fragmented society of the 60's. People hating each other just because of their beliefs. People feeling like they have to join a campaign out of some sort of duty. The Oboanation will certainly lose to the Republicans because he has not only divided the party - he has divided the people.

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Chad, Salt Lake City Utah — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:07:55 GMT

Lets not forget all the women WHO ARE OPENLY ADMITTING THEY VOTED FOR HILLARY BECAUSE SHE IS A WOMAN!!!!!

Last time I checked, there are more women then african americans in America...

It is beyond my recognition that a women can claim sexism in the same sentence she makes a racist remark.

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Ruthie — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:08:08 GMT

My open you mouth when you are only going to put your foot in it. Ferraro is an ignoramus.

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Jason — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:08:20 GMT

Isn't funny how these HRC supporters are claiming that whenever you say something bad about Obama you are labeled a racist, but these are the same folks who attack Obama supporters for being sexist.

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Matt, Las Vegas, NV — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:09:44 GMT

Please I beg of the Clinton Campaign to just let Ms.Ferraro keep on talking!!!!!!

Here's a woman that was chosen by Mondale to be VP because Mondal & Co. thoght that with a woman on the ticket they JUST MIGHT be able to compete with Reagan.

She let her self be used in a sexist manner before by her own party, and now she wants to try this garbage? lol.

Down with Clinton the Clintonion sleeze ticket!

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Thr Working MAN — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:10:23 GMT

When you think about it, the comment is not so far off what Hillary has been saying all along, "He's not fit to be Commander and Chief, He's just speeches. . ." No wonder Hillary didn't have a real problem with a racist comment.

However, I personally would want a working man like me to be president. Obama is a working man's man. Let me prove it---check out the record below.

Who's the best? Obama's the best. Take a look you sad Clintonites and you'll see that Obama did more in 8 months then most senators do in a lifetime of service. That's the kind of president I want working for me.

The following information gathered from the Library of Congress on the Legislative experience Junior Senator Hillary Clinton and Junior Senator Barack Obama. Please Feel free to check these records for yourself and draw your own conclusion.

Senator Clinton, who has served only one full term, which is 6 years and another year campaigning, has authored and passed 20 twenty pieces of legislation in her term of six years into law. These bills can be found at (wwwthomas.loc.gov). Senator Clinton has passed.

(1) Establish the Kate Mullany National Historic Site.
(2) Support the goals and ideals of Better Hearing and Speech Month.
(3) Recognize the Ellis Island Medal of Honor.
(4) Name courthouse after Thurgood Marshall.
(5) Name courthouse after James L. Watson.
(6) Name post office after Jonn A. O'Shea.
(7) Designate Aug. 7, 2003, as National Purple Heart Recognition Day.
(8) Support the goals and ideals of National Purple Heart Recognition Day.
(9) Honor the life and legacy of Alexander Hamilton on the bicentennial of his death.
(10) Congratulate the Syracuse Univ. Orange Men's Lacrosse Team on winning the championship.
(11) Congratulate the Le Moyne College Dolphins Men's Lacrosse Team on winning the championship.
(12) Establish the 225th Anniversary of the American Revolution Commemorative Program.
(13) Name post office after Sergeant Riayan A. Tejeda.
(14) Honor Shirley Chisholm for her service to the nation and express condolences on her death.
(15) Honor John J. Downing, Brian Fahey, and Harry Ford, firefighters who lost their lives on duty.

Only five of Clinton's bills are, more substantive.
(16) Extend period of unemployment assistance to victims of 9/11.
(17) Pay for city projects in response to 9/11
(18) Assist landmine victims in other countries.
(19) Assist family caregivers in accessing affordable respite care.
(20) Designate part of the National Forest System in Puerto Rico as protected in the wilderness preservation system.

She has a nice list, but note that these are The Fact's straight from the Senate Record; Therefore, it is not made up.

Now, It is time to post Senator Obama's record from the Library of Congress.I have to mention that Senator Obama's list is too substantive, one is coalesced to categorize. Since its alot, remember you can go to the Library of Congress website, and check it out yourself, but I am just summarizing his first 8 months.

During Senator Obama's first 8 eight months of elected service he sponsored over 820 bills.

He introduced 233 bills regarding healthcare reform,
125 bills on poverty and public assistance,
112 bills on crime fighting,
97 economic bills,
60 human rights and anti-discrimination bills,
21 ethics reform bills,
15 gun control,
6 veterans affairs and many others.
In his first year in the U.S. Senate, he authored 152 bills and co-sponsored another 427. These included:
(1)the Coburn-Obama Government Transparency Act of 2006 that became LAW,
(2)The Lugar-Obama Nuclear Non-proliferation and Conventional Weapons Threat Reduction Act that became LAW, (3)The Comprehensive Immigration Reform Act that passed the Senate,
(4)The 2007 Government Ethics Bill that became LAW,
(5)The Protection Against Excessive Executive Compensation Bill that is in committee just to name a few.

In all since he entered the U.S. Senate, Senator Obama has written 890 bills and co-sponsored another 1096. An impressive record, for someone who supposedly has no legislative record. Read the facts and not emotion.

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Maxx, Los Angeles, CA — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:10:44 GMT

YOU CAN"T HANDLE THE TRUTH!!!

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William Shier, UK — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:10:58 GMT

Blah, Blah, Blah - Feraro is history. We don't want to hear this old rubbish. Obama is sweeping the nation, not because of any of the rubbish she is going on about, but because of his intelligence, his vision, and his clear cut focus on getting us out of the mess the establishment (Bush, Feraro and Clinton) has got us into.

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Ray — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:10:59 GMT

I am niether white or black and I was raised by a single mother in a large family of ten. It should not matter about color or if you are a woman. This makes me absolutely sick to my stomach to hear this woman speak like this not only once, but twice to try and defend herself. Has integrity and class gone out of style in this world. This is just plain sad that some of us in this country have reduced ourselves to this kind of shameful behavior.

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Jeff, Portland, OR — Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:11:11 GMT

You ask is Hillary Clinton a two-faced, bipolar candidate who can't stay on message?

As far as I know she is not.

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Ike, Royal Oak, MI — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:12:36 GMT

wow, how sad? a historic campaign reduced to a needless and worthless comparison over who has the bigger cross to bear, gender and race. further more, unlike Obama denouncing Farrakan and admitting hate for what it is, Clinton is incredibly disappointing in not denouncing this hate-mongering bigot for who she truly is. Clinton is in jeopardy of driving the black vote away in droves and further dividing an already divided country. Great campaign and supporters, Senator Clinton!

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John Henry — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:12:38 GMT

Evil love company. Every time you look around you have these two evil peoples sitting in the Churches. I think the Religion leaders have sold out the Black Churches by have the most two eviliest people on the Earth. They made Ahab and Jezebel feel like babies in a candy store.

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DTB, Colorado — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:12:41 GMT

Who really cares what either one of these thinks. Neither one is capable of being president period and those repubs have nothing to offer either. We are faced with something I wish never would have happened and that is candidates that have no business running for the top leadership position of our country. Who wants a screeching liar as president who has a smidgen more experience than Obama. Obama has no substance and only talks of massive entitlement programs that we have no way of paying for. He has zero experience of how to handle the challenges that face out nation. Than you have a old man close to dying ready to carry on the same old usual of the right. I am fed up and disgusted with the whole process. Hillary is a clear panderer who says what the polls calls for just like Bill. Obama is quite frankly full of BS. McCain is a blustering idiot. I doesn't matter what the gender or color of skin. I am looking for substance, ideas, and a history of real change, and positions on Economy, War, Immigration, Healthcare, and our Debt. Someone please tell me other than what a great speaker Obama is, what has he done as a Senator? What legislation has he stood out in front on? He stood in the background as to not give any amunition for his adversaries to use against him in the campaign. All that really shows me is he is weak, not a true leader and doesn't know what he is doing in the senate. Hillary has provided nothing of significance in her time on the hill as well. She has changed her position on so many issues who knows what she stands for. McCain has done nothing, but be a hero of the vietnam war...ok thank you John now go home. I wish we could just start this whole process over and get some more candidates that deserve my vote. I am not voting for the first time in my 66 years. I am frightened what is going to take place the next 4-8 years we already have been ravaged for the last 20 years. It is just getting worse I don't even know what this country is anymore. I served my country in Vietnam too and love my country. Its time for real change in getting rid of the career politicians and ones who speak a good game, but come up short when pressed for real answers.

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joy costello,ca — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:12:46 GMT

Why don't you guys ask Al Gore what he thinks of Mrs. Clinton? There's a WHITE MAN that knows just how evil Mrs. Clinton can be.

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Lorraine Harper — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:12:50 GMT

As a 56 year old black woman, I feel that when Obama says change, he is passionate about just that.

Why does Geraldine Ferraro and others like her feel that black people are so illerate and shallow as to choose someone for the office of the President of the United States just because he is black. We are capable of weighing what each candidate is bringing to the table and making an intelligent decision based on our freedom to choose and be counted, regardless the candidate we choose.

People are tired of being fed the same old diet of empty promises, we are ready to bring this country back to the United States that our founders intended it to be. I hope she will examine her motives and open her eyes to the desperate need for change in our country today.

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Charlie, Los Angeles, CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:12:52 GMT

Here's an oldie but goodie... Yeah, Ferraro's legit...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fqL_sm0J8jc

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KAR, Brandon, FL — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:12:53 GMT

Oh come on! White MALES are bashed ALL the time--by EVERYONE! And no one thinks twice about the racist remarks, the gender hate laced remarks and/or the age related remarks that are made. Liberals want free speech, so what is everyone complaining about? As usual, Democrats only want free speech for those who are saying exactly what THEY agree with. Problem is, Democrats are now split on many issues, so they want to shut each other up. Please DO shut each other up!

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Maria,SF, ca — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:13:05 GMT

Are u guys all stupid . ..she said that if she wasnt a female that she wouldn't of been asked to be vice president . .. which leads to Obama.. . If he wasnt black and he was white .. he would be on fire like he is. He is by far getting the black vote and that is why. . .It doesnt mean that is racist statement. Just like some women are voting for Hilary because she is a women. Is a black women that votes for Obama . .a sexist because she votes against a women. . . .. ..people are reading too much into it and people shouldnt have to walk on egg shells because Obama is black and anything you say might or could sound racist. He could use that card everytime . .it seems to be working because Geraldine who is on the same side as Obama and Hilary is getting called racist, bigot and everyname in the book. I dont care for either Obama or Hilary but now I like Geraldine even more because she says the truth and is being run over the coals by people in her own party. Wowwwwwwwwwww . . .Go geraldine

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Rogerio,clermont,florida — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:13:27 GMT

she's is not the first one to say that ,Obama is untouchable,history of opression against black people and people feel guilt all over the place and confuse enthusiasm with reality.What Hillary has been promissing is backed up by her body of work.

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freda, Baltimore MD — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:13:44 GMT

THE CLINTONS GOT THE OVERWHELMING MAJORITY OF BLACK VOTERS AND SUPPORT- LIKE OBAMA (and inspite of Clinton's sexscapades and racial "games" with welfare reform, Sista Soulja remark, and Loni Gaunier)! THAT'S PARTLY WHY BILL CLINTON WAS CALLED THE FIRST BLACK PRESIDENT! AND SINCE ALL PRESIDENTS HAVE BEEN WHITE, THE MAJORITY OF BLACK VOTERS ALWAYS VOTE FOR WHITES! WHY SHOULD BLACKS VOTE FOR A WHITE WOMAN? ARE WHITE WOMEN LESS RACIST THAN WHITE MEN?

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merry, orlando, fl — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:13:46 GMT

Ferraro is 100% right about Obama playing the race card. He is like an attractive vase - pretty but empty.

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Frieda Friendentia — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:13:53 GMT

Is this the way Hillary will run the White House? Name calling and "black" listing qualified people to advance the same o'l cronyism that has held our nation back from true change? She stands firm: for defending the use of racism, claiming to "win" Florida unfairly, using the fearmongering ads... Win at all cost? I am accutely aware that if she wins, expect the GOP to rise up to pound her- just like they did Bill. The Democrats will be in danger of the back lash...say goodby to the House and Senate. Shes a fighter alright, but just like if all you have is a hammer everything looks like a nail..She is fighting to win- failing to uphold the common decency that the citizens of our nation hold each other to. She will not get my vote.

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ron n.j. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:13:55 GMT

My gosh how much lower will this campayne go? i had thought i would have voted for hillary but now forget it because under pressure her true character has surfased.
ron n.j.

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Susan Baker, Kerrville, TX — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:14:04 GMT

She is right in that racism & prejudice goes both ways.I have seen white qualified workers bypassed for less qualified minorities simply because of color & quotas. When are we going to get off the color bandwagon & judge all people by their abilities & qualifications rather than skin color?

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Marlene, Los Angeles, Ca — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:14:08 GMT

What she is saying is just the facts!!!

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Cheryl, Chariton, Iowa — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:14:09 GMT

I am a white woman HiIlary's age who caucused for Senator Obama in Iowa, a state full of rural white foks. Why? Because he has the best chance of bringing about the change this country needs.

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Johan W.F. Holtz — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:14:12 GMT

What I find so pathetic about this affair, is the fact that neither candidate has the slightest idea of the real political current running in this country. More interesting, is the fact of our reality as working people. When gas reaches $5 a gallon, McCain, Obama, or Clinton, have no real solution, except to surround themselves with the same multinational corporate lackeys, who have essentally destroyed our way of life. Hell bozo's, i'm 60 years old, and i hear my peers actually talking inserrection, revolution, and fear that in the end, if this keeps going on, the depression of the 20th century will be a picnic, comparred to what is coming. Do any of you so called erudite people actually think, this silver spoon fed generation is going to take it laying down and waiting for some smooth talking politician to fix it...... I am laughing hard, more important placing bets on our survival as a species...... laughing hard in Deming N.M.

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Daniel Gallop, Eatontown, New Jersey — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:14:30 GMT

Who cares WHAT Geraldine Ferraro says? She's not a "Has-been". She's a "Never-was". Even she admits that she would never have been the vice-presidential candidate if she were a man. Her qualifications were [and are] ZERO. Her opinion doesn't matter, not because she's a woman, because she's a zero.

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Kamina — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:14:36 GMT

Ferraro is an idiot!. I read that 90 percent of blacks voted for her and Mondale and 95 percent of blacks voted for Bill Clinton. However, if they vote for a talented and far superior black candidate they are racist! If Obama loses I am voting for the Republican .

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joe Smith Muncie In — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:14:41 GMT

I refuse to support any candidate that does not reconize their true race. Obama refuses to acknowledge the fact that he is bi-racial.He is playing for the black vote by calling himself black.

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bb, albuquerque, NM — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:15:15 GMT

She is absolutely correct. But the Obama supporters live in another reality and deny the truth, just like they deny anything negative about their candidate and instead blame any shortcoming on Hillary.
It is frightening when the electorate is so blind and shallow

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s. t. e. Wilmette, IL — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:15:19 GMT

I am absolutely ready for a woman as President! I know from two close friends who have worked in the White House, that Hillary is not a good person. She belittles those she feels are "below" her. According to them, she's self-absorbed and nasty. The "working class" she says she'll represent is made up of people for whom she has no respect. I don't trust her.

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J. Wilder — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:15:22 GMT

Poor Democrats,what a mess they have made of this
campaign!

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Don, State College, PA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:15:25 GMT

SHE IS CORRECT. Maybe he should not be considered as a VP candidate after all.

Vote Hilliary 08. Experience matters.

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lugnut — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:15:31 GMT

Geraldine, i voted for you. I and other black people, have voted for democratic white candidates 95% and sometimes higher percentages, for 40 years. Did we vote for them because we thought they were black? Your statement insults us. Senator Clinton had the support of most of the people in my family and most of the blacks i know. Until her and Bills negative and racial attacks. Are you sure Bill want her to be president. He knows better. He knows what buttons to push.

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jan cedar rapids — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:15:33 GMT

One of my problems with Obama is that HE IS 1/2 WHITE, so why is he running as a black man only. He also says he is going to change everything, he can't without congress and the senate. It is too bad race has to be even brought into it, but that is what the campaign has come to.

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Stephanie, Rhode Island — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:15:35 GMT

I TOTALLY agree with Geraldine Ferraro!!!!! It's about time someone has the guts to say it. I would bet alot of money to know for a fact that most votors for Obama are voting for him because of his COLOR only. I also, bet that a huge number of his supporter JUST registered to vote this year, again just because of COLOR. You would think people were above that and more intelligent in voting for a president for more than matching skin and how about background and credentials..... That is not even on most of his voters minds. Scary stuff!!!!!! We are in a war people and you need to vote for someone with a background of experience. It's NOT a on-the-job training position. I am a women and am not voting for the WOMAN running but, I would if I were a Democrate because it's not rocket science....SHE has a better grasp on the world of politics and the job that is the most important of all..OUR PRESIDENT.
I also agree with Ms. Ferraro on if Obama was a white man or a women he would have NEVER gotten this far. It sad that women are more repressed than is admitted now a days. We need to claim more respect and payback for past history. OR......we can all move on and past that and work TOGETHER for our world and future. We are all equal but, still not treated as so. BUT!!!! Let's be intelligent and not vote for one because of sex or color but, for who is best and most educated for the highest position in our country.
I almost feel like this is reverse racism and sexism.
When is the world going to "change". It doesn't start with one who has NO experience or bussiness even running for the job. I think he has gone too far with his lack of experience and training.

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joe Smith Muncie In — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:15:35 GMT

I refuse to support any candidate that does not reconize their true race. Obama refuses to acknowledge the fact that he is bi-racial.He is playing for the black vote by calling himself black.

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Can't stand the tactics, Seattle, Wash — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:15:46 GMT

Is there no level to which HIllary won't stoop hit it right on the mark! The Clinton campaign certainly has a plan with these remarks. The timing for an election in Pennsylvania is just right. THey don't see inroads to winning the African-American vote in Philadelphia, but will certainly make up for that by stirring up passive-aggressive racist emotions from white voters around the state. In recession bound time, this should spread like wildfire for Hillary...Shame on Ferraro, shame on Democrats, and shame on the Clinton campaign

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Bruce, Sacramento, CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:15:54 GMT

I'm a white man and I would vote for either of them. In fact, I DID vote for Fritz and Gerry. In this case, I'm voting for Obama becacuse I'm TIRED of the 30 years of Bush/Clinton rule. Clinton is the old guard, Obama is the new guard -- irrespective of race and gender. Of course Ferraro is old guard, too, so I get why she's backing the Clinton horse.

I wouldn't vote for Conde Rice but it's because of her politics, not her race nor gender.

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LOU (PASADENA,TX) — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:16:15 GMT

THAT'S RIGHT, ALL OF YOU OBAMAmites ARE FALLING FOR THE CLINTON TRAP: FERRARO WAS SENT OUT TO STIR THE WATER AND IT'S WORKING. RACE IS THE ISSUE AGAIN AND NOT THE FUTURE OF THE COUNTRY.

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K, North Fort Myers, FL — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:16:20 GMT

Obama is running a RACISIT campaign! Look what happen to all the big cities who elected a black man as mayor! For example; Philadelphia or Washington, DC, they went to hell! If Obama gets the nomination I will vote for the first time for a Republican! If the white people stop backing Obama he will go broke. He doesn't have the experience. I am a white, 50 year old woman and daughter of the American revolution. You Go Hillary!!! This economy needs her. I have 3 childern active military and they voted for her too!

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s. t. e. Wilmette, IL — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:16:21 GMT

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Debra Austin, Texas — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:16:27 GMT

Ferraro's comments and those of campaign manager Maggie Williams only reflect the disease that is Hillary Clinton. She has infected the Democratic Party with her cancer, wanting to kill the party rather than lose the race. Regardless, under any scenario that puts her as the nominee, she will lose against McCain. Why, because long time Democrats, young people, and African Americans will desert her. As untenable as having another Republican would be, the cancer must be eradicated, once and for all. Let the Clintons rest in peace. The only saviors here are the Superdelegates. They can either put a stop to this and say enough, we want our party back or they will be cowards and let this thing destroy the Party. It's their call.

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james alan, buffalo, ny — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:17:00 GMT

wow, come now folks, we all have opinions, i like the color blue, are you going to attack me for that? I do not have to agree with opinions to appreciate hearing differing ones. the emotional attacks i care not to hear as they have no substance of value.

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tom, gulfport, ms — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:17:02 GMT

I TOTALLY AGREE with THE REBUTTAL that FERRARO gave back!
This is a joke at how-ALL of a sudden the heat is turned up on OBAMA and the critic's and media jump in support or ATTACK the other candidate. Who wants to even TALK if every time there are different interpretations/ or words taken out of context. Maybe MR.AXELBUTT needs to take a class in RHETORICAL COMMUNICATIONS and learn the correct way to speak

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Ruby, Ypsilanti, MI — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:17:07 GMT

I've had this conversation before the latest propaganda from Axelrod (the Ferraro opinion), making something out of nothing. IT IS ONLY AN OPINION, no matter how many people agree, like me. Obama has NO substance. I'm still waiting to read, hear something that applies to my life. Obama campaign needs to focus on issues instead of trying to find something to complain about and divert attention away from what their candidate can not address the ECONOMY, WAR, MORTGAGE ISSUE, HEALTH CARE. One thing for sure, his denouncing the idea of taking the vice presidency and his ridicule indicates to me he is not a team player and will RISK a republican being put back in office for 4 more years. Why? Because our heads are so buried in the sand and people deal with emotions far too much. Get Real People!! This is a contest to select the BEST candidate; if Obama cannot take this little criticism then I know he will do like the SNL cartoon says 'CRY, CRY, CRY'

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James, London, UK — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:17:27 GMT

Poor woman, she really is deluding herself. I piuty her that she cannot see that her comments are racist.

Ferraro's problem is that she can't see beyond Obama's color. She can't see the many attributes that others see in him because she only sees that he is black.

I would have voted for Hillary had she not been a \ divisive, polarizing candidate who hadn't voted to invade Iraq. What does that have to do with Obama's color? If anything his color has been a cause for hesitation and doubt for many voters. Blacks too were not backing him at first. They didn't until they got to know him better and that's why we saw the surge. Ferrar's comments don't explain that huge shift towards Obama AFTER they got to know him, among voters that included many Hispanics and women who formerly were stuck on Hillary.

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Janx — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:17:29 GMT

Thank you Geraldine.Finally a politician with the nerve to state the obvious,what most intelligent people are thinking. If a white male or a white female, with the same lack of credentials as Obama, ran for president, they would be laughed off the stage.So far Obama has shown he can read a speech off of a teleprompter that his speechwriter wrote.Let's see what happens in a few months when people become familiar with his left wing voting record.

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Julia Milazzo — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:17:33 GMT

There wasn't a race issue until Bill Clinton made it one in South Carolina. The gender issue comes up whenever Hillary loses a primary. Do we see a pattern here? I'm ashamed of Clinton for not dismissing Ferraro from her campaign. Perhaps it's true as was suggested on MSNBC that this was a deliberate tactic on behalf of the Clinton campagn. It makes me sad more than anything to see the level to which Hillary Clinton would sink to become president.

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Nancy Lee — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:17:34 GMT

The only reason Hillary is a candidate is because she is married to BILL!!! Her only so called experience is as his wife! She didn't leave him after Monica because it would derail her political asperations. I'm a white woman over 60 and LOVE Obama! I don't care what color he is...he hits a much needed voice of of the people.

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Jay, Charlotte, NC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:17:40 GMT

It's okay that Ferraro feels that 80%of all African Americans are voting for Obama... We are not voting for hin because of his race but because of what he has to say... Change is good...people who oppose channge oppose progress. The Clintons have had their chance in the White House.. Give someone a chance. I lost a lot of respect for Mrs. Clinton when she stayed married to Bill after she knows he has been cheating on her for years.. I really don't think I can trust her to make good sound decisions for this country because she hasn't been able to make one about a husband who blatantly cheats. She would probably be in a better position to get my vote if she was running as the "former" Mrs. Bill Clinton.

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Deb, Milford, Michigan — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:17:41 GMT

When 90% of all black people vote for Obama it is a vote on race. White people are afraid to say so but black people have said - it's a racial vote. GROW UP. I think Geraldine is simply making an observation.

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James Blanck, Catalina, AZ — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:17:49 GMT

Finally, someone had the courage to say what was obvious!. When 90% of blacks vote for Obama it's not about how great he is but mainly because of his race. Remeber tho' that these are the same folks who cheered when OJ beat his double murder charge!

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Working men read this, Washinton D.C. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:17:53 GMT

OBAMA SUPPORTS GUN LAWS ........ SO NO TO OBAMA

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Charlie, Los Angeles, CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:17:53 GMT

Apparently, she has a history of this garbage...

http://www.politico.com/blogs/bensmith/0308/A_Ferraro_flashback.html

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richard brown — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:17:58 GMT

mrs ferraro you are a disgrace,and Hillary is a disgrace fornot rebuking you.

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V.Harris Mo — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:18:01 GMT

WE have a well-spoken,well-liked, articulate, and highly intelligent candidate who is giving this country hope for a brighter and better future. Something we haven't had in 8 years. He just happens to be black. Look at the man, and for the first time let everyone judge by the character,not the color.

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John Henry — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:18:09 GMT

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Maxine Schleisner, Tampa, Florida — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:18:12 GMT

I find the idea of race rather funny because our Presidents that first ran this country and all the folks in office at that time had slaves. Slaves were raped, had mixed children and we taken advantage of, These were not only African Americans but women too. Race is never a part of it and sex is never a part of it? A part of what, Life? Are you all kidding me. Race and sex play a part in our lives everyday. We don't see it, we don't talk about it but it's there. We don't talk about homosexuals either but if one of the candidates suddenly said I am homosexual how far would they go? Open your eyes people. Trust in the fact that if this continues we will be headed for 4 more years of hell with the Republicans because the Democrates couldn't pull it together. I myself want our country out of war, I want the economy better not worse and I want things to change. Whatever we need to do to get change is the issue. Everything is going downhill faster than a rock slide and we just stand here and wait for it. Where are all those hippies I grew up with, those who protested the wars before? What kind of children did we raise here? What has happened to our country? Do we have to destroy the Democracy of our country to make ourselves look better? To who? Do we want a united front or a broken battle?

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Scott, CA. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:18:23 GMT

Let's just look at the truth of it all. Obama is black and upto 85% of blacks are voting for him. Yet at the same time over 55% of white men are also voting for him. So who is being prejudice here? The blacks are being prejudice because they are not even looking at the issues, or even considering Clinton or Edwards (when he was in the race) for President. They are simply voting for Obama because he is black. That is prejudice plain and simple. Just look at South Carolina and Mississippi the truth is all around us. This is a fact of life and we should be able to talk out about reality in this country. You do not have to like it or agree but this is the truth and to get it out in the open and talk about it is what is needed more in this country. All this political correctness going on is nonsense. Lets be honest with ourselves and face the truth here. There is a media frenzy going on about the first black president or the first woman president and the American people have got caught up in it just like they do about every new fad that comes along or everytime a celebrity gets into trouble. So this whole primary race is a disgrace has gotten to be more about the circus coming to town than it is about the issues or what is right for this Country.

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B 4 Barack — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:18:36 GMT

She has lost her mind. Barack doesn't need her. He has support from a cross-section of Americans. May god bless her. If she went after Republicans like she's furiously attacking Barack, she might have gone as far as Hillary has. Those same "poor naive" diverse supporters of Barack have to vote in November. Evidently you want to propel his campaign. Keep talking.
Obama supporter, Former Bill Clinton supporter
P.S. Maybe Vice President isn't an option because you see what association did for Ron Brown and Vince Foster

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Working men read this, Washinton D.C. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:18:37 GMT

OBAMA SUPPORTS GUN LAWS ........ SO NO TO OBAMA

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wise up, kona HI — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:18:48 GMT

Im sorry that some people cant see that 2 main things are working in exacly the same way. RACE and GENDER..... obamas working race for him..... hillarys working gender for her....THERE IS NO DIFFERENCE...... to hold someone accountable for either of the two is just plain dumb THERE IS NO DIFFERNCE...... and to bring it up this late into the nomination race id just plain despiration..... dont you think we know hillarys a woman and obamas black?!... we know the injustices that both face. I thought we lived in the same country...........SOMETIMES THE HARDEST THING IS TO NOTICE THE OBVIOUS.

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Tricia, Charlotte, NC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:18:53 GMT

I don't understand why we can't and aren't talking about this. Why is race or gender taboo? Is this some unmentioned secret? What about freedom of speech. Come on people, there's a big freakin pink elephant in the room.

I mean, these people are going for the highest position in this great land and yes...he is black (shhhhh) and she is a woman (good, God no}.

I don't think what Ms Ferraro said is racist. It's fact that he is indeed getting an extreme majority of the black vote.

Let's face it, if Hillary was getting 86-90% of the white vote or the women's vote, what would the other side be saying? Let's ask them. Why isn't anyone asking them? Because we all know the answer. But only white people can be racist, isn't that true?

I hear on the news that this means all the blacks around the country will not vote for Hillary now. Why not? Are they ashamed? Insulted by the comment Ms Ferrarro made and ashamed to admit they voted for a black man? Are they ashamed they didn't vote for him for the right reasons? Are they ashamed to admit that some of them actually voted for him because they want to see a black man as President. If not, what then?

Tell us, please.

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Donna, Idaho — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:19:00 GMT

I'd vote for David Palmer in a minute...All I ask for is a President with integrity...It doesn't matter what color their skin is, male or female, republican or democrat. Just give me someone I can trust....

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Jay, Charlotte, NC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:19:14 GMT

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pesmith@netride.net — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:19:15 GMT

Did anybody read or remember reading something to the effect from Tom Daschle that now would be a good time for Barack Obama to run BEFORE he has a voting record than he had to defend. Even his Senate members don't know exactly what Barck Obama's position is on any question or bill that comes before the Senate. This is a person who is going to lead "the most powerful nation" in the world.
Ms. Ferraro has a right to her beliefs and as can be exhibited by the comments so do a lot of other Americans but it is somehow amazing how Ms. Ferraro is being considered a racist because of her comments yet most of the people making those comments don't consider themselves "racist" or "sexist".
How about a little just a "little" common sense out there America

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Kiley, Atlanta — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:19:21 GMT

are you guys kidding me..blacks are voting for obama because he is black?
when we voted for bill and john kerry 80 -90% that was cool? we were ok then..now we don't want hillary something is wrong with that?
We don't have a problem with a woman vs a black man...just this woman!
I'll vote for Liz Dole, Kay Bailey Hutchinson or Condi before I bow down to queen Hillary!

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BD, Utah — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:19:33 GMT

This caucasian grandma from Utah supports Obama and will not for Hillary. I am staying home if it is Clinton vs McCain. I have admired him since he spoke at last democratic convention and am proud to vote for him.

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JOHN — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:19:34 GMT

NUMBERS DON'T LIE. BLACKS ARE MAKING THIS A RACIAL VOTE. AS SIMPLE AS THAT, AS FOR WHITES (THE LIBERAL ONES), IT IS A VOTE THAT COMES WITH RACISM GUILT, SEXISM AND 'I WILL VOTE FOR ANYTHING THAT IS NEW'(EVEN THOUGH OBAMA WILL BE COMPLETELY SORROUNDED BY YOUR OLD POLITICIAN FACES.

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s. t. e. Wilmette, IL — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:19:43 GMT

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M, Los Angeles, CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:19:46 GMT

Oh my Lord. If I hear one more male/white person claim to know decisively that "women are voting for Hillary because she's a woman" or that "Blacks are voting for Obama because he's Black" I'm going to lose it. How DARE you tell me that you know my motives for choosing a candidate? If you aren't even a woman or Black, WHAT QUALIFIES YOU TO SPEAK ON THE BEHALF OF POPULATIONS YOU DON'T BELONG TO?? Is it at all possible that PEOPLE are voting for the candidate that they think will best represent their interests? How do you explain all the black women and white men who voted for Hillary? Or the fact that Obama is winning every White state in the middle region??? Did everyone wake up on the stupid side of the bed this morning? I guess it truly is "Silly Season" in politics.

P.S. In case you're wondering, I'm a biracial, staunchly feminist, anti-war woman. You jerks are so smart, why don't YOU tell ME who I voted for!

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Libby Harris, New York, NY — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:19:49 GMT

I am so tired of racist whites criticizing the Blacks for voting for Obama because he is Black. If we want to support one of our own just like the Jews, Italians, Hispanic and every other nationality who supports their own, it is our business and what we should do. There use to be a time when we were critcized for not supporting each other but now that we are supporting one of our own, all you hear is Blacks are racist. Well no we aren't. We are only doing what everybody else does when one of their own is running for an office. And also......the man is qualified. He can't do any worse than all the white presidents we have had who have just about destroyed our country's credibility. So all of you Geraldine Ferraro racist supporters just sit down and shut up!

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Lamont — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:19:58 GMT

Everyone keeps mentioning the fact that blacks are voting for Obama because he's black. Well, we've been voting for white males since you gave us the rights to vote not to long ago. So what's the problem? This only became a issue since now it looks like Obama will win the Democratic nomination. Bravo to the poster who posted Obama's and Clinton's senate records since becoming senators. if that wasn't enough info to show you why nobody wants Hillary to win, then you need bifocals. Go Obama. Haters quit with the hate......

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Angela, Mad, AL — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:20:01 GMT

I think blacks are voting for Obama for the same reason whites are voting for Obama. They all are ready to give someone a chance who bigs to the table a different perspective and a different way of viewing this country and the world, for that matter. Obama has the types of qualities, cultural background and "life experience" (I'll use Hillary's word) that can be an asset to this nation. Especially after having to deal with this last "person" and his policies who is getting ready to exit the White House for the past 8 years. Why is that so hard for Washington types to get?????? Average Amercians want someone DIFFERENT!!!! We've had the same types in office for oh,, ALWAYS!! People of this country are craving someone unlike all the others who can take us in a different direction. Obama is it. Many are seeing that now and I think it's a great thing. Just let the "ism's" go. It makes Hillary and all those in her camp look very desperate.

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Your Mama — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:20:19 GMT

Ok - since you won't print anything that is anti-Obama - how about this - pathetic - most of you who posted didn't even read all that she had to say. Does the description MORON mean anything? It should for the majority of you.

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M C Simpson — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:20:22 GMT

Well, it is amazing that 80% of the black population is voting for Obama. It seems like I heard in elections past, that a lot of the black people did not vote. I just can't be inspired by someone (black or not) that thinks they can go into the presidency and make the changes he is promising without the experience. I remember Bill Clinton promised reform on the health issue, but couldn't do a damn thing because he was shut out by the house and the senate. Obama won't be able to make the wonderful changes he is promising without the house and senate either. And just how is he planning to make these wonderful changes? As far as I have read, he is just making promises that he won't be able to keep...just like all the other politicians who are running for office. I will be curious to see what actually happens if Obama wins the presidency. Yes, the black votes are going to Obama just because he is black, not because he is the right person for the job. As far as I am concerned, there is no suitable candidate for president this time around. Obama can give a good speech and excite a crowd with his flamboyant words, but that is not enough to run a country. Yes, yes, I'm anxious to see just how well he can run this country that is headed for recession.

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Kevin — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:20:41 GMT

Hillary and her forces are pulling out all stops to wint this election. I feel it may become discraceful by the time it is all over. Hillary, you are losing, resorting to destroying Oboma will only destroy the party, and assure victory for McKain. God help us. We have already served our time.

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lee, San Mateo< california — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:20:47 GMT

How very sad, who should we vote for, an African American with no experiance, A woman with no experiance, and the second coming of Bush, Just a little bit smarter. How sad, we do have choice a person who can raise the dead from the grave, a person who would put you in the grave and a person who would bomb Russia. Buffet said he would not hire either candidates to run his company, and yet we think they can run our country. He's Black, She's white and he's old, that's about it fans. We need Dan Quayle maybe i misspelled his name.

This is not a racist remark the blacks are voying for OBama fact, Blacks thought OJ was a victom. Hillary is a woman and she's getting the over 50 vote oh by the way she is a monster and McCain will win because he's the best of the worst, now that's scary. I'm voting for Hillary and I'm a white American over fifty and male, if all else fails she can ask Bill for advise......oh my...so sad.

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L. K. B. Washington State — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:21:11 GMT

Neither Obama or hillary are quality candidates for the Presidency, but with a husband like Bill and a stupid mouth like ferraro, Obama looks "VERY" qualified. But for the safety of our Country and the World McCain looks like the "BEST" choice.
hillary is just as crooked as bill is and more unstable, as what people who have worked or been around her say.

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Virginia Villafranca, Golden, CO — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:21:12 GMT

It is so very sad to me that Americans have to be nasty and angry in their supposedly "mature" voter comments. The real problem with this election is the lack of respect and common courtesies that are being displayed by everyone just because someone else has a different idea. Hello???? What happened to remembering that as a democracy we are all entitled to our ideas? Have we forgotten how to disagree without anger? Folks, let's learn to disagree with the idea without making nasty comments. Your anger doesn't bode well for whomever becomes our next president.

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R, CT — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:21:14 GMT

I agree with Geraldine. Sexism is a huge problem in this country and I have had enough of men running the show. It is about time that a woman cleans up this mess and have some intelligent rationale to solve the REAL problems that are destroying this country by the hour. George Bush was the last straw for letting a man lead this country and it is time to give women a chance. While 90% of black americans voting for Obama (some of whom have never voted before in all the years they have been in this country) are choosing him because he is black-bottom line. I saw a special on t.v. where a senator was interviewed on why he backed Obama and couldn't even give one good reason accept to be on the bandwagon; THIS IS EXACTLY WHY WE HAVE SUPERDELEGATES!!! GO HILLARY!!!!

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A. Lincoln, Texas — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:21:21 GMT

WEll ,I personally don't believe any of the canidates have the leadership that we need in this country and so far I haven't heard anything that makes me think that they will change things for the better.

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The Great one — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:21:22 GMT

The millions and millions of Barack's fans say "Who in the hell is Geraldine Ferraro?" Wake up people I happen to be a fan of both, I say fan because it has become a joke at this point. I say this because unless you have been president then all the experience in the world doesn't matter, Hey don't get me wrong Bill "don't say Monica" Clinton was a great president but I don't really understand where Hillary's politics will take us other than where Bush and others already have. Barack brings a fresh perspective and new ideas, look where experience has us so far... If you smell what Barack is cooking.

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Stephanie, Rhode Island — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:21:28 GMT

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Lau — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:21:32 GMT

Why vote for someone on the basis of race, the issues are what matter and if you think that Obama is just gonna help blacks you gotta be kidding me. He will get in there and totally change and act as though his s--- don't stink. Obama has little experience and is very weak, he cries foul everytime someone says something he doen't agree with. He lives in a fantasy world where he thinks everything is good, everything is just absolutely perfect. Wake UP Obama, get some substance and tell us what you are gonna do as president and not just talk. We don't need another arogant president. If elected the Dem nominee, McCain will defienantly win in Nov. and it will be what the Dems deserve by being ignorant.

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jimmyz — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:21:39 GMT

I keep hearing about people in opposition to Obama are labeled racist. Please someone show me where and when! I watch CNN, MSNBC, FOX and the other news channels, I listen to talk radio all day. I dont see or hear it.
This is the worst form of Political B.S.
This is a typical Clinton ploy.
I am white, middle class and REPUBLICAN. I AM VOTING FOR OBAMA! Every election is about change and we never get any. Hillary is not change. Hillary is the same old divider.
Women of America Hillary does not care about you! Only fame and power. She is pissed because she is losing. Dont you know she is entitled to be Pres.?

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John Bishop — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:21:40 GMT

Obama is the best candidate...we've had enough of the Bush's for 20 years and the clintons for eight...almost 30 yrs (includes the Reagan years) and a war in each admin...coincidence? No...Wake up!

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T.A. Williams; Baltimore, MD — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:21:42 GMT

I have heard female voters state that they are voting for H. Clinton because she is a "strong woman". Wouldn't that mean that some women are voting for Clinton only because she is a woman? Is this okay? I recall that many Christians voted for GW Bush because he is a Christian. Is this okay? So if it is okay for women to support for Clinton and if it is okay for Christians to support for Bush, why is it wrong for African Africans to support Obama? Politics is made of natural constituencies. This is how politics works.

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Don, Winfield, IL — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:21:45 GMT

The only people really voting for Obama seem to be: the minorities, the old hippies, the have-nots ( healthcare, jobs ), and the young - under 25, Liberals who are do idealistic and not realistic. What the hell to college kids know about the real world. Most of them haven't even held real jobs. Admit it, Obama is a far left socialist who wants to make the middle class and the upper class give back what they have EARNED to the rest of the less fortunate. That is what charities are for. The next minority in this country will be me - the 40 year old white guy, married, 2 kids, good job, nice house, healthcare, parochial schools.

What will Obama do for me?? I am already paying more than my share of taxes and 5% of my income to charity.

He seems to forget, that the American Dream is not a right, it is earned. Some don't ever reach the American Dream and that's called Life.

Why would I vote for Change/Obama? God help us!

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Dr Judith — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:21:59 GMT

Before condeming Ms Ferraro's comments, perhaps MSNBC should consult with its medical consultants familiar with multiple myeloma. This a malignancy that attacks the bones including the skull and mental impairment is a common symptom in advanced stages of this form of cancer. She was diagnosed several years ago and her current condition seems to be unknown.
Please be responsible in your reporting. Some situations are inappropriate to use in hate mongering discussions.

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Dr Judith — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:22:00 GMT

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Cris, Farmington Hills, MI — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:22:04 GMT

I am concerned that the Democratic Party is being intentionally divided by the Republican media in an effort to make McCain a shoe in for the presidency. They tend to hype up any story that may cause controversy and depict the democratic party as split. We perpetuate it by constantly talking about it on every radio/tv talk show. Our country is already on edge and what better to take it over the edge than to fuel it by throwing in racism and sexism.

I hope that the democrates don't lose site of the bigger picture which is to ensure that we do not have another republican president. Our country and economy can not survive another republican in that position. Despite our unique differences i.e. race and gender, we need to be careful and not divide ourselves to the point that if our democratic candidate does not win the nomination that we will not vote. I believe both Obama and Clinton need to stop attacking each other as if they are the last two candidates standing and this is November. This is not November and they need to help keep the democrates focused on the republican candidate who is sitting back and enjoying the street fight/political brawl that they are putting on.

I also believe that their behavior is helping the division to spread. Who cares what this woman had to say. Let's start acting like one party united and play fair and show good sportmanship and like they say may the best person win fair and square.

Let's take our country back because right now everything our ancestors fought for both black and white is being given away and sent overseas. We need to get the republicans out of office if we (the common man) are to survive.

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Tony, Tampa. FL — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:22:20 GMT

WOW! Are these folks serious? Geraldine must be smoking crack. So basically the only reason Barack won states like Wyoming, Wisconson, Utah, Iowa, Idaho and so on..... it was only blacks folks voting for him. You got it give it to the Clinton campaign for trying to put on some incredible spins. Only this is the saying is truth, You can fool some peope some of the time, but you can't fool all the people all of the time.

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Dentry Columbus, Ms — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:22:21 GMT

Black and white are voting for Obama. Black and White are voting for Clinton. Where is the racsism? Time have chance people and we need to chance with the time. I guess some people still think this is the 1960's not the new year of 2008.

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Katy C Raleigh, NC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:22:31 GMT

Geraldine, consider this. Al Sharpton, Alan Keyes, why not them? Why not even close, ever? Jesse Jackson, weren't you the VP when he ran? Was it on his ticket? Nooo, dear, no. Obama is where he is because he is damn good, and let's just pretend, for a second your hypothetical "got where they are because of race" I think the very truth of the matter is that Hillary Rodham Clinton would not be a senator, sold books, or be running for President if not for her husband. Their used to be an exit poll asked, "Do you want to have Bill Clinton back in the White House?" which is not asked anymore. Guess what percentage of Hillary voters wanted that? It was over 75% everytime. What are they voting for? Bill or Hill?
I don't think the voters were voting for Hillary when he was running for President...
And please, someone address the fact that 90% of black voters have never voted for any nominee that was black, ever. The Clintons just happened to push all the right buttons to make race a big issue. They figured it was worth it to lose that 15-20% of the black vote to alienate Obama and make this an issue. Because if you look at New Hampshire, before the shutf hit the fan, Hillary won the black woman vote. That hasn't happened since, but you know, that is also when Bill let it rip to divide and conquer.
If you look at it from that perspective, then it's very obvious why blacks are voting for him in droves, and it is not just because he is black. The Clintons make me sick to my stomach.

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tina constant New York, NY — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:22:35 GMT

The bottom line, and what really matters, is who will do a better job, considering that this is a challenging time for our country. We are lagging behind as a world power, and we are at the mercy of hate-mongers who want to see us destroyed, because they are jealous. It's OK that they took advantage of the opportunities here to educate themselves, and then attack us on 9/11. I think that another Republican administration would kill us. However, I also believe in working within the system to get back those years of prosperity we had post-Reagan and post-Bush 'senior'. And Obama doesn't have the savvy of the experience to give us that. I work in sales, and he bears an uncanny resemblance to those "motivational speakers" that my company forces us to attend. It's all confidence, presentation, and very little substance. If you say it confidently enough, people will believe it, and hang on your every word. These times are very different from when JFK ran for office; it's not Camelot for God's sake. A cream puff like Obama will get us blown to bits, wake up you naive idiots you think that this guy is a great "change". SO, um, will he be spending his time figuring out how to 'reinvent the wheel', or learn on the job? A junior senator with great presentation skills and lofty ideas, is the LAST thing we need right now!

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lugnut — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:22:36 GMT

Senator Obama is getting around 37% of the white vote according to exit polls, in my home state of Mississippi. It has been my experience growing up there where a black candidate usually gets close to 0%. I am very pleased to see this change. Mrs. Farraro should talk to some of these white Mississippians about change.

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Sue, Chicago — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:22:50 GMT

Geraldine Ferraro is pathetic. So is the Clinton kitchen sink campaign. Pennsylvania voters, please pull the plug and put an end to this!

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James, London, UK — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:23:16 GMT

Poor woman, she really is deluding herself. I pity her that she cannot see that her comments are racist.

Ferraro's problem is that she can't see beyond Obama's color. She can't see the many attributes that others see in him because she only sees that he is black. Blacks don't have that racist baggage and this is why so many vote for him NOW, AFTER they'd sized him up. Originally they were backing Hillary, remember?

I would have voted for Hillary had she not been a \ divisive, polarizing candidate who hadn't voted to invade Iraq. What does that have to do with Obama's color? If anything his color has been a cause for hesitation and doubt for many voters. Blacks too were not backing him at first. They didn't until they got to know him better and that's why we saw the surge. Ferrar's comments don't explain that huge shift towards Obama AFTER they got to know him, among voters that included many Hispanics and women who formerly were stuck on Hillary.

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Vegasbaby, las vegas,NV. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:23:56 GMT

The only reason Hillary clinton is apresidential contender is that she is a white woman that slept with Bill Clinton. What other experience does she have as a manager?

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carole — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:24:01 GMT

Black, white, yellow or red I,ve not expierenced such disrespect for the canidates. When I hear a canidate spouse say that this is the first time ever they been proud to be an american. I THINK THERE A PROBLEM. BIGGER THAN RACE OR GENDER.

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trinamarrie — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:24:02 GMT

Darn it keeps changing clinton 6,908 49 %
Obama 6,817 48 %

now it's obama 10,659 49 %
Clinton 10,554 48 % I guess it's because yhe polls are not finish counting.

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John Smith, New Yokr — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:24:09 GMT

Why do white people have to apologize all the time for what is blatantly obvious or supported by fact? Charles Barkley, Jesse Jackson and others make direct comments about white people all the time and nothing happens. I am tired of the double-standard and then I have to listen to some of the white people on this site complain about other whites or calling those who make these statements uneducated. In fact, it is those who have no backbone that cower and apologize for everything that are the "uneducated". Why must Geraldine apologize for what pollsters will tell you that over 80% of the African-American vote has gone to Obama. Considering the fact that only 13% of America is Africa-American, there are a ton of white folks voting for Obama for him to receive about 52% of the vote. Why are we not clamoring (like Geraldine did) about why African-Americans are not open-minded, but instead are attacking Geraldine about a statement of fact. I understand the excitement about a person of color having the opportunity to run for president and I can understand him garnering over 50% of the African-American vote, but over 80%, come on. I liken this to everyone complaining about not having enough blacks in baseball (about 10%, even though the population is 13%) and we build all of these ballparks in the inner cities. Yet, the NBA is what 20% white (less if you exclude foreigners) in a country that is 70% white and you do not hear a peep. I have yet to see the NBA building basketball courts in the rural areas of America or places that have high populations of white people. Stop making this a racial argument, when it is very easy to turn the tables.

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Erika P.W. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:24:09 GMT

Ridiculous.

Seems like (in my opinion), IF Barack Obama was a white man, he would have had the democratic nomination completely locked up already. Racism EXISTS. Does sexism exist? Of course it does! But to make an ignorant comparison between both "isms" and then claim that basically Obama is doing well because we Blacks are simply voting Black is a slam against our race.

Is she saying that we're too ignorant to research each candidate's platforms? Sounds so to me. Could it be possible that this old dummy simply doesn't realize that PEOPLE, regardless of age, race, or background, are simply ready for a change in leadership?

There has either been a Bush or a Clinton in office since the eighties. I'm certainly ready for a change...

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Frank Magestro, Milwaukee, WI — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:24:13 GMT

I still like to know what official elected office did Hillary Rodham Clinton hold that qualifies her more than Obama? Both are junior senators. Clinton claims that she helped her Bill with all the major decisions during his presidency. Hmmmmm I don't recall a Clinton-Clinton ticket from 92 and 96. It's alot easier to make decisions when you don't have to worry about the consequences if you were never elected to represent the people in the first place. Clinton talks of change, yet she, according to her own words, is an established politician and we have seen what the established politicians have done for us in the last 30 years.

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Penny... NY NY — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:24:26 GMT

Finally, someone is willing to speak the truth. The media is afraid of saying anything negative about Obama for fear of being labeled a racist. But it is okay to be negative about Hillary. They will find fault with everything she says what she wears. If she shows any kind of emotions than she is weak, if she points out problems she is the word that sound like Rich. If she is elected Bill will be presidents again, maybe she was president when Bill was in the first time...

What bothers me most is that women in this country are not angry over how the media and politican have treated Clinton. For all these young women out there who think Hillary is over the hill or out dated. Its women like Hillary and her generation and the generation of women before her of both races that fought very hard to just get a chance to be someone. These old ladies fought so young women of today could vote, be educated, own property. We as women desired better. It is painfully clear that the young voters are voting on glamour and not ability. Obama will never be able to stand up to the Republicans he does not have the strength. He will not be able to stand up to the enemies of this country. They will not go long with him playing the race card every time something does not go his way. Obama has not realize yet that he will not change government as we know it because Washington will still have the same Congress as we have now, nothing different.

In this election we can truly make history. But we need to make history by electing someone who is intellegent and caring. I don't think we need any more movie star candidate.

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Anita J., Rowlett, Texas — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:25:04 GMT

Someone will complain no matter what the issues are. Sure, Senator Obama has ignited a spirit within the Black community to go out and exercise their right to vote because he is a "Black" man. Oh how we forget, he was born of a "White" mother. He has as much white blood in his veins as he does black blood. Are we still using the race card to describe leaders when they are different? In the South, if one has 1/16th ounce of Black blood, he is considered Black. {Well, some of you had better not go looking at your family tree, because you might find something you are not looking for.} Why can we not all be just "hard working American citizens who want a "Change"?
The nation realizes that there needs to be a change in our government. At present, our government is not working for "all the people." Senator Obama has ignited a fire and desire that gives the nation "HOPE" to make things better. He is offering HOPE in a time when there seems to be none. It is extremely hard to have to go to the gas pump and decide whether to get gas or buy groceries. Going to the gas pump seems like one has to make "life-changing" decisions: pay your mortgage or get gas?
"HOPE" is what America needs right now. Senator Obama offers that "HOPE" as the next President of the United States of America.
So people, let's look at the "HOPE" he offers, not the color of his skin. He is a man who will make mistakes and will never be perfect. None of our presidents were perfect and never will be.
Personally, I think both Senator Obama and Senator Clinton would make fine Presidents, but Senator Obama ignites a sense of "HOPE" in my spirit that Senator Clinton does not.
So, let's all work together for "Change" is coming. Vote Obama in '08!

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debbie, Seattle, Wash. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:25:06 GMT

the way I see this whole presidential election is, vote for the person who has the experience and who can stand up for our principals as a country, if it's happens to be a woman, so what, if it happens to be a black person, so what, we need to all grow up!

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Libby Harris, New York, NY — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:25:07 GMT

Oh, by the way, Mrs. Ferraro, I work in a heavily tourist area of people from all over the world and if those people could vote in this country, Obama would win without a doubt. People love this man because he is a people person and knows how to relate with everybody. A rare characteristic that Hilary and obviously you don't have. And we wonder why other countries don't like Americans anymore.

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Melody-Maryland — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:25:11 GMT

It's not a black thing or a woman thing, it's about actions for me. As a woman who is black and republican Obama seems to be the best choice for either party. He is charismatic like Bill Clinton and smart and dedicated to change. I am just sick of the same old crap year after year after year. All the bickering back in forth needs to stop, it's redundant and irritating. We need someone who will end the war and bring our troops home now!! I think that as a man of Mixed race (black and white) he brings diversity as well. We need foreward thinking people in the Whitehouse...........

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C Pitt, Oregon — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:25:28 GMT

I am black and a woman and the reason I don't like Hillary is because she is whining about how unfair it is for a woman which is bull. Unlike Obama who has not complained once when he has been attacked by talk radio people implying that because he is black and his middle name is Hussein he will help the terrorists. He didn't complain at all. I have been treated more unfairly for being black then a woman. Ferraro is wrong and I suspect a racist. The reason being that if Obama was a white man he would have won the nomination by the first super tuesday and anyone who sais otherwise is lying. The country is 70% white. Aditionally the hispanics for some reason don't want a black president which is why they have voted for Hillary in every state so far. Ferrero brought up Obamas race not Barack. He has never made his campaign about race and I am proud of him for that.

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Jane Dickson — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:25:32 GMT

What you all better pay attention to is the fact that Hillary has not released her tax or income information. It is a known fact that the Clinton's received money for the Clinton library from some Saudi's. The republicans know of this and they are hpoing Hillary get's elected so they can expose all of this. Also Bill Clinton received large sums of money when he pardoned those people just before he left office. The republicans have proof of that too. Hillary has alot of baggage and they are just waiting to expose all of it. If this happens, the republicans will win the election.

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kimberly valparaiso,indiana — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:25:35 GMT

Her remarks are so offensive. What a clueless woman. I thought Hillary's campaign couldn't sink any lower but it has. I will be so glad when Obama is the nominee and I will bet you money that Hillary will NOT be asked to be the VP for him. He will rise above her mudslinging but he will not forget all the hate she has tried to bring between races and sexes.He is the only candidate who can unite America.The US deserves better than the same mean spirited, fear mongering political tactics that Hillary uses. She's no better than Bushie Jr.

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Richard A. Swaney NORTH PLAINS, OREGON — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:25:36 GMT

A lot of us whites are supporting Obama because he is a truly nice guy, intelligent and compassionate.

I'm avoiding the screechy Hillary. With a voice like that, Jesus Christ couldn't get elected. Sorry, Mrs. C. but Oh, God, I can't vote to listen to that voice for 4 more years.

Let's end this stupid war !!

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Bob Pierce, Denver CO — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:25:53 GMT

So let's get real, huh? Is Clinton only doing well because she is drawing so strongly from white women? Is that a bad thing? If her husband weren't an ex-Preisent would she have 1/3 the support she has? Are there some people out there, probably wrong, voting for her because they believe that Bill will really be calling the shots? If she were a male second-term Senator with a so-so legislative record, wouldn't she have been eliminated in early February from this race?

The reality is Barak Obama is an African-American who blows a lot of white guys like me away because he is so articulate, intelligent, and level headed. I dream of what he can accomplish in changing the impression of the US in the world. I dream of him leading a dialogue about major issues like health care and social security and the deficit and national security. And yeah, African-Americans are real excited about his success.

For good or bad, why would anyone think that a Clinton presidency, should she beat McCain (no likely feat), not be bogged down in the slash and burn warfare we saw in the 90's from all the conservatives who hate her and Bill. And we'll have to accept the incremental half-measures that can be agreed on in that atmosphere.

And most of all, I want a real Democrat, not a Republican-light DLC type. Times have changed.

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Hili, Miami — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:26:05 GMT

if she is so great..Hillary that is; how is it that this guy is ruining her "historic" run? if she was that wonderful and such a political phenom shouldn't this primary run be a cake walk for her?
Perhaps it's because voters really aren't as interested in her as she suspects..it's bill they want.
Just a thought

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Free Us Please — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:27:00 GMT

What percentage of Black people voted for her when she ran for president? How many Black people voted for a Republican instead her? Was she complaining about the Black vote then? One thing we are learning about these female politicians -- they rather sabotage the Democratic Party rather than lose. Pathethic. Now, we will have another Republican chicken hawk in office for another 4 years.

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Undecided. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:27:05 GMT

Ferraro makes us Ladies be ashamed of being who we are. I am an achiever - won't blame anyone for my losses. Life is only unfair if you look at it that way.

Shameful view.

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Bobby, Richmond, Virginia — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:27:12 GMT

From the famous quote by Rodney King "Can't we all just get along"

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Ruby,Ypsilanti, MI — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:27:17 GMT

Iowa voter; that is what is going to happen ANYWAY if Obama is the nominee for the dems. Don't you know the republicans are only preying on your emotions so they can slaughter us in November.

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Linda Blais Orlando, Florida — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:27:22 GMT

I just can't believe that you have posted some of these comments. I didn't realize how many people have mental problems and absolutely no common sense.

It's about time that someone stood up and said it the way it is. It certainly doesn't take a rocket scientist to figure out that the majority of black people are going to vote for Senator Obama, and I'm not saying there is anything wrong with it, but it's common sense and it's just the facts. I can see it clearly that for some reason it's the perfect excuse as always to play the racist card. I haven't decided who I'm voting for, but this has proven to me that Senator Clinton is a fighter beyond words to have to put up with this nonsense.

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Lee - Dayton, Ohio — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:27:38 GMT

The FACT is America is for sale! Old politics have caused this country to be sold to everyone else but the American people... It's ideas such as these that have cost us this country. Inferiority is a thing of the past! And as far as racism?? We all have suffered from white superiority and black inferiority. Old politicians have used and out right lied to the American people using deceitful politics. I wonder.. Whoever get's in office, will they be able to change the "death" course of America or will they continue to perpatrate the fraud of lies that has been in existence since the founding fathers of this country!? That remains to be seen...

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Sue, Illinois — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:27:49 GMT

A black man and a white woman running for President... yes, this IS historic. Of course, you are going to get chatter about sexism and racism, whether accurate or not. But please, as a condidate, do not stoop so low as to use it as a crutch.

The bigger point is: honesty, morality and integrity. Whitewater, impeachment, disbarrments, undisclosed taxes, Iraq, travel perks, and continuous dirty politics.

Obama may be young, but from a middle-aged, middle-class white woman concerned about where this country is heading...

Hillary is everything I do not want my 3 daughters to aspire to, admire, or become.

And Geraldine? What a shame- I had better memories of her capabilities and character.

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TL Pate, Clinton, MD — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:27:56 GMT

I hope I am not the first to say this but at the onset of this campaign, I emphatically stated I would vote based on the content of character and NOT the color of the skin. Being black and female, I'd say I am in a win-win situation, no matter WHO wins. But please listen up here. The backlash that's coming forth within the party is sickening and only fodder for John McCain's camp. If you people keep up with this senseless mudslinging, we will be bracing ourselves for another 4 yrs. (minimum) of George W. Bush; because that's exactly what this country will get if McCain is (heaven forbid) elected. Both of the candidates ought to emphasize their personal qualifications by what they have ALREADY DONE to forward the agenda of the American people and NOT make predilections on who (he or she) is not qualified for. WHO, of the two is actually "qualified"? Being the first lady does NOT count because that was not a position where decisions affecting millions of lives (worldwide) were made. Having countless sensible bills introduced and passed in the Senate does not count, either. Both of those instances have enable both of them to gain some valuable insight as to how the process works but be reminded Congress actually runs this country. The position of President serves to provide staunch leadership but it still remains with the Congress as to how things will proceed. Both cnadidates and their respective camps would be best served to STICK TO THE ISSUES FACING THE AMERICAN SOCIETY AND OUTLINING VIABLE SOLUTIONS!!! It would be a shame to have a President named McCain, who has clearly demonstrated that he McCan't lead this country in any direction for the betterment of the American people, let alone the world.

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Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:28:00 GMT

I agree with Mrs.Ferraro racism has been abused by blacks such as Obama, Jackson,
Sharpton,Farrakhan,Wright,and many more that utilize it to promote hate, division, mistrust, violence, and threat to do violence in an attempt to hold hostage all those that do not surrender to their demands. The self serving vicious tatics of these men diminish real equality progress which is observed not only in America but other countries as well. Read this report
http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/britains-equality-chief-obama-will-only-prolong-americas-racial-divide-788556.html
Mrs. Ferraro is correct Obama has gained the black vote and some have been threatened and pressured to vote for him, because he is black not based on qualities. Obama is not qualified and if he were white he would not be a contender in this race. If Obama is elected he will be president not due to his qualifications but because of racist votes.

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S. from NYC, NY — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:28:05 GMT

We are living in 2008 NOT 1908. These statements have NO place in today's society.

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Kdub, Pensacola, FL — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:28:10 GMT

Obama's best qualified to be President and OJ is innocent. Right? Please, spare me. Truly intelligent blacks supporting Obama's candidacy is at best intellectual dishonesty and a travesty of what those with an eye to history would advocate for the selection of the first black President. Collin Powell got hung out to dry and at his stage of the game it was his own fault, but I'd sure like to know his thoughts. Oh, I know... he's not "black enough" to have a legitimate opinion within the black community. Spare me, please...

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Proud White American — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:28:14 GMT

God Bless you Geraldine!!! Black Americans cannot handle the truth...ever. The ONLY reason they are voting for obama is because he is black!! The truth is so very painful which is why they are all beating their drums and doing the war dance. If obama was white you all wouldn't even be voting!!! He isn't qualified for the job and everyone knows it. And even obama knows the only reason he's doing so well is because there are so flipping many of you voting for him. Oh and let's not forget the fact that he's also a muslim!!

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Deb, Bullhead City, AZ — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:28:20 GMT

What's the matter Obama people, can't listen to the truth? A fact is a fact Jack...the communities where the majority of it is black, Obama is winning, period. You can comment on Clinton's hair, her fat ankles, her laugh, call her a bitch, and that's okay? You say anything, and I mean anything bad about Obama, (and I do not mean the color of his skin), your considered racist. Geraldine is absolutely right, sexism is bigger than racism in this campaign. Every president, there have been things they have done that you might not like, and hey, it's a free country, you could comment on it, heck, you could write articles on it....free speech. Can you imagine if Obama does get elected? OMG! You say anything, and I mean anything, and you'll be labeled a racist!

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Phyllis, Bethlehem, PA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:28:20 GMT

Wow, I heard a comment made by one of the exit voters that by electing Mr. Obama we will show the world how far we have come. What kind of reasoning is that for voting for someone? & because he has charisma that qualifies him to be in the oval office. I believe that Ms. Ferraro was trying to make a point that the GOOD OLE BOY network is alive and well and that it is still ok to be sexist. Plus I think an intelligent, agressive woman still scares the male ego to death.

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Joyce st. helen,mi — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:28:23 GMT

hillary and geraldine......PATHETIC!!!!

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Ineda Name, Los Angeles, CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:28:42 GMT

I'm black and the only reason I voted for Obama was because he wasn't Hillary Clinton. I was a Kucinich supporter until he dropped out.

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charlie,norfolk — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:28:43 GMT

Hillary keeps saying she has the most experience to be commander-in-chief. Where did the experience come from? Can she make the tough decisions to send our troops into battle.With no military background,I do believe she would be hard pressed to do so.Another thing is we don't need another CLINTON in the white house.

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Dianne Riley, Philadelphia, PA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:28:47 GMT

Its so very sad that in 2008, this wonderful country is still so hung up on the color of their neighbor's skin. Ferraro, seems to have such a great mind. I wonder where we would be as a nation, if people like her used their minds to bring this country together than divide it?

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Julita Bentz, Sacramento, CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:29:04 GMT

Everyone knows even in the fight for women's rights African American women weren't accepted in the movement. How about that not only are African Americans ready to change the historical disparities of America but White males who are supporting O'bama want a change as well. Perhaps you need to join in with making a humantarian change as well.

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Kevin, Tyler, TX — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:29:04 GMT

I was a Hillary supporter until I noticed she had nothing to offer except the same speech McClain parroted. Obama is bringing an excitement that other candidates can only dream and so he is the focus of current and ex-politicians ire.

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Nando, Toronto, CANADA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:29:05 GMT

As a Canadian living up here on the 'outside' of this giant election process, i'd like to offer a few unbiased words for my American friends down there (contrary to any negative beliefs, we have nothing but love for you guys and girls, we're just tired of having to watch America constantly elect "complete and utter idiots" as their leaders and thrust the ill effects of this onto us as well as the rest of the globe).

First off, no matter who wins this election, it should be celebrated as the end of a giant, blundering 8-year term of lunacy at the hands of George W. Bush. I'm not sure how many people will actually realize the blessing that this actually is, it is still most likely not enough. His entire term, MOST DEFINITELY including the Iraq war, was nothing less than a farce and George should have been hanged right next to Saddam, and trust me I really, REALLY wish I didn't feel this way.

Second......You can vote for Hilary, and you will most likely be better off than you are now. She wouldn't be my preference, but believe me it is still a giant step up. You can vote for Obama and, pardon my french, I will bet both my balls you will be in a MUCH MUCH better position than you presently are, and he will probably even make historical strides in one term, if not less. But the point is this: do not, and I repeat DO NOT elect McCain. I don't need or want to go into detail about this, just please take a moment, step back and throw a tiny bit of thought into this and please realize that nothing, absolutely NOTHING will change from what it is now. He's way too old school, he's too narrow- (if not completely closed-) minded, and, for lack of any better words, he has his head so far up his ass it's coming out of his neck again. It's the year 2008, the whole world needs a change, and McCain is just plain stale, period. So to all Americans out there, we 'the world' all want just one small favour.....keep the bumbling morons out of office. Keep them far, far away.

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GET OFF IT Chicago Ill — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:29:16 GMT

So your belief is that Senator Obama is in the position he is in Mrs. Ferraro because he is black. I hope that when you come down from that crazy cloud you realize how stupid that sounds.
And to the person that made this comment; Should Senator Obama become the nominee he will have to come up with a better play book. Check out the entry made by WORKING MEN READ THIS

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E B , Atlanta,GA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:29:26 GMT

If there was a white man as dynamic, thoughtful and have the ability to connect with the American people, as Obama, Hilliary would not have a snowballs chance in hell

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E B , Atlanta,GA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:29:27 GMT

If there was a white man as dynamic, thoughtful and have the ability to connect with the American people, as Obama, Hilliary would not have a snowballs chance in hell

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Chuck, Seabrook, TX — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:29:39 GMT

Why does Barak Obama always refer to himself as the first "black" presidental canidate? He is 50% white. Is he not proud of this part of his heritage?

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Edward, KC,MO — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:29:39 GMT

Is that Geraldine Ferraro or Rush Limbaugh?

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Chris — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:29:41 GMT

Seriously folks.After all this time have any of you Obama supporters taken the time to investigate him any ....at all.....just a smidgeon? He is clearly racist.Look at his church.I don't see where there is much room for Christianity(true) or America in that mission statement.Young and hip and cool and fresh is what has this country in a bind now.We need to stop with all this liberal crap and get back to running and living in a country that our GOD fearing(and loving) forefathers meant for.

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Daisy P. New York, NY — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:29:44 GMT

As a woman Hillary does not represent me AT ALL! and yes! the only reason why she's even a senator today is because of her forst stint in the white house, basically thanks to the original Clinton. Obama appears, and I say appears because he is after all a politician and we all know how they always get bought out by those that have the money and the real powers that be, that said; Obama appears to have a way with words and with people, but I'm not sure if that's enough! I say Al Gore needs to be given what was stolen from him......

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jim,las vegas,nv — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:30:09 GMT

Finally Hillary is getting her just reward[losing]

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billiemhs — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:30:44 GMT

My only qustion to all the candidates - all this change they are spouting - all the "I will do such and such" - HOW ARE YOU GOING TO DO ALL OF IT AND HOW ARE YOU GOING TO PAY FOR IT?????????? I haven't heard anyone say how much all of this will cost us - the taxpayers!!!!!!!!!!

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Colin Y., NYer living in NJ — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:30:57 GMT

After reading all of the posts -- it's most amusing you Democrats and supporters of Obama and Clinton frothing at the mouth over your party's faithful comments and antics. It is pathetic. This is the best our nation has to offer from the Democrats? Absolutely terrible.

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AEKDBken — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:31:01 GMT

Let me get this straight ... Geraldine is bashing Obama *because* he is black? or is she bashing the blacks who are voting for Obama? Is it wrong for blacks to support "the great black hope," as it were? It is not Obama's "fault" that his skin color is not white, or that he happens to be a man, anymore than it is Hillary's (and Geraldine's) "fault" that they are white and *women.* Support Hillary because of her position, etc., vs Obama, but don't bash Obama because of things he cannot control. Finally, racism is not the lesser of two evils to sexism. Both are *equally* harmful and dangerous ... May the best *person* win!

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katie, from Oregon — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:31:02 GMT

We need an independant to run against the whole lot!
Ther is not one in the race worth a vote!

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Obama girl, NY — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:31:08 GMT

Who is Feraro, and why did she come out of her grave to make comments against Obama?

Hillary won't win bec she is THE AXIS OF EVIL. She is already EVIL, and once she is in POWER, She will be the biggest EVIL on earth. She will make Leona Helmsley look like Mother Teresa.

Men Don't like Hilary, Women don't like Hilary, and even Bill don't like Hilary. He just wants to be in the While House again!

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Larry Shelton, Eugene, OR — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:31:17 GMT

I think it is time we all stopped acting like a bunch of stupid spoiled kids on the playground saying someone called me a dwarf or four eyes or a pygmy, isn't it time we looked at this in an adult fashion. Put the two issues aside, race and gender, those things were supposed to be handled a long time ago, (guess maybe it takes a few generations for people to get past their biases and start actually believing that people are equal ... 1776... wow).. anyway, we are in need of someone to lead (LEAD) this country out of a mess created and continued with Bush, Bush, Clinton and the rest (both parties have dropped us in this mess). The only one around that has any ability to lead (some people call it inspire, or cause to hope or pump us up and make us want to do anything) is Obama. Hillary is just too much of the old school, too many ties created and agreed to by herself and Bill. McCain and Republicans don't have a clue right now, it is just business as usual, let's make a profit at any cost.
So if we want to get out there and do something and stop this downward spiral that we are in because our leaders can't lead, let's get this show on the road and put the right person in there. Put down the stupid prejudices toward either of them and look to the future.

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SB, Austin, Texas — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:31:21 GMT

I live in Texas and I heard pro-Clinton radio ads stating "vote for Hillary and make history". ie vote a woman for presidential nominee. How is that NOT playing the gender card? If Clinton people want to point out the race issue about Obama, then first take a long look in the mirror at yourselves and admit the gender issue about Clinton.

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Pete, Rochester, NY — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:31:21 GMT

Republicans rule.......

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Tina Deen, Los Angeles, Ca — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:31:40 GMT

It's amazing to me how white people have stuck together over the years, and made sure that they help to keep each other "on top" of everyone else; but all of a sudden all of us black people that have decided to stick with Obama are so racist, and we're wrong for backing up our brother. Which, by the way, we aren't just voting for Obama because he's black. We're voting for him because he's brilliant, qualified, and it's our time (as a people) to step to
the front of the line. You white people have screwed this country up, so why not let this brother have a chance to see if he can't clean up what you've messed up. Also, My hat's off to each and every black American who went to the polls and voted for our brother. So, you see white people... we aren't as dumb as many of you think we are. We just had enough sense to stick together this time, and do what you
white people have been doing all along--help to keep our own on top. All of you white Obama "haters" better come to some acceptance and realize that whether you like it or not, Obama is going to be the next President of the U.S.
To all you white people that had enough intelligence
to see that he's brilliant, and vote him in...I salute you as well. Black people have had enough of being in the back of the line. It's our time and it's our turn--like it or not.

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MSA, Flagstaff, Arizona — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:32:12 GMT

Unbelievable!! First of all, I have never heard of a White woman being profiled because of her race or gender. Secondly, as an educated Native American woman borned and raised on a reservation, I feel that Obama represents my struggles more accurately than a White woman, especially one who comes from a privileged background and is patting herself on the back for having done so much for the "poor, downtrodden minorities". Obama comes from a racially mixed background and has had to struggle to find and own his identity; and still find a way to survive and thrive. That's what inspires me to believe that he will work harder to represent those that come from where I come from.

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Daisy, Frederick, MD — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:32:17 GMT

Has anyone just sat and read through all these comments? Or just about any message board for that matter? My God, I can't for the life of me understand why every one's so mean and disrespectful to each other? So hateful. The comments in these message boards echo exactly what everyone claims they hate about politics and those who have or are running for president. Is it possible to debate with out all the name calling and finger pointing? How many of you would say some of the things you type here to these peoples faces? Or in front of your mother for that matter? It's as if people use these boards to hide behind, as they hurl really nasty comments w/o any fear of any actual confrontation. These people that some of you refer to as "Bitches" and "evil" and "racist" etc. ect. have families and people who care about them, just like you. I mean seriously people, lets go back to kindergarten. Play nice. I'm sure most of you weren't raised to speak to perfect strangers like this. Just a thought.

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Brenda, New Tazewell, Tn. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:32:23 GMT

Just because the candidates choose to say attack each other must we fall into the same trap? We should all be focusing on what's best for the AMERICAN public and listening to what is being said by both candidates on the issues not racism nor sexism.There will always be racism as well as sexism.We the voters should be listening to each and then voting for the one that will most help our country,female or black'.

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Carla B., Lake Charles, LA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:32:30 GMT

Mrs. Ferraro: Please don't assume that black people don't have sense enough to cast a vote based on a candidate's qualifications and the content of his/her character rather than his/her skin color. That would be pretty shallow, no? As Whoopi Goldberg once said, voting for any candidate because of skin color does not work -- and white folks have been proving that for years.

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Cindy Crawford — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:32:32 GMT

Cowardize old baboon. Shame on you and Clinton. Hillary have no sense left in her. Bill is helping her get nominated so that he can get enough time to catch the charming babes.

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Floyd Gerebics Gaylord Mich — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:32:45 GMT

Iam 79 years old and dont care what your color is.If Colin power was running i would vote for him in a heartbeat.I sure wished he would have ran back when.He would have been a great President.One thing for sure i get so tired of hearing the African American,Asian American Etc.If you become an American thats what you are!!An Amercan of African, Asian, or whatever, of African, Asian, or in my case Hungarian decent.I am not Hungarian American???? but American of Hungarian decent.Why can't you people get it right?????????Why can't we all get along????

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Joseph - Buffalo, NY — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:32:47 GMT

Could you imagine if a Republican said this? I hate to admit but Rush predicted this

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lee garrett madison wisconsin — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:32:52 GMT

Once again FOOT AND MOUTH DISEASE claims another victim. Im an african-american male. I voted for Obama
even though the "CLINTONS" seemed appealing however i decided Its time to move on past entrenched politics
of the Bush AND Clinton years. Just because the other choice happens to be a Black man im accused of voting for him just because hes Black ??? Quite frankly...I was liking what John Edwards had to say more than ANY of the other canidates and was dissapointed when he dropped out. Until Geralidine Ferraro talks to every single Black person in this country and finds out why they voted the way they did...she needs to keep her cornucopia of wisdom shut.

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James,SC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:33:10 GMT

Boy,what a lack of wording & spelling ability from
all these BRAINS with so much(0) to say!!! Wonder
what rock they live under? Every time you open your
faces,it shows!!! Now,print this!

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sjp, maryland — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:33:12 GMT

Let me preface this with the fact that I'm a white male, middle class, and republican, sorta.

As unfortunate as it is there is some truth to what Ferraro says. If I knew nothing about any of the candidates I would vote male first. However, once I became educated on the candidates, their character and what they stood for I would vote for a female if I believed she was the best candidate. Now, how many people do you believe are going to take the time and effort to become educated about the candidates. Not many, they will follow a) their first instincts, b) follow their friends and c) follow the crowds. As such, the uneducated will follow their party lines, sex, and race, not necessarily in that order.

Unfortunately, I don't care for the Democrate wannabe McCann and I despise the she devil (Hillary Betty Joe Clinton) for who she and Bill Bob Clinton are. Both are very calculating individuals that will do whatever it takes to get what they believe they deserve.

Now, for me the report is still out on Obama. I will say he is a nice looking man, carrys himself well, a very articulate speaker and his message of CHANGE resonates with me. But, I'm not sure I want his entire package of change. My kind of change is to throw out all the individuals on the hill and start anew. I'm so fed up with the horse manure that goes on within the halls of congress. Its pathetic, if you or I did as little as they do or was as dysfunctional we would be fired. I wish us commoners would unite and throw them out.

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Sandra Smith — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:33:17 GMT

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Cindy, Simpsonville,S.C. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:33:24 GMT

Y DON`T YOU THINK WE HAVE BIGGER ISSUSES THAN ' BLACK AND WHITE' I`VE NEVER SEEN SUCH BEHAVIOR AND YOU CALL YOURSELVES ADULTS,I DON`T LIKE PAYING 3.00 AND UP FOR A GALLON OF GAS,LOOKING AT PEOPLE LOSING THEIR HOMES,MY POINT IS I DON`T CARE IF THE NEXT PRESIDENT IS PURPLE, GREEN , OR BLUE AS LONG AS THEY HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO GET THE USA BACK UP ON ITS FEET.SO PLEASE THINK WHEN YOU GET SHOT [BLACK / WHITE] WE ALL BLEED RED. ALSO THINK ABOUT HOW MANY BLACK AND WHITE HAVE DIED IN THE WAR.

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Sam S, New York — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:33:29 GMT

I understand the struggle of women for equality in America, but there is no comparison to the blight of racism. Slavery, the linchings, Jim Crow - no comparison. And I hate this conversation, because is solves nothing.

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Lovely, Denton, TX — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:33:48 GMT

As an african american woman I can tell you that race and gender intersect, not trump each other for me on a daily basis and I find it ironic when a white woman says that sexism is worse than racism. How whould she even know? she has privilege because of the color of her skin and that is a sad fact in our country today. I am not mad that she has privilege, I just wish she would acknowledge it and not speak like she knows what it is like to be a person of color living in America.
The fact is that all this in party bickering is gonna come back on the demorcrats come november. I am an Obama supporter and I am tired of people calling me names and assuming I'm only voting for him because he is black. I actually have taken a look at both Obamas and HRC Policies and they are fairly simular because they are both demorcrats. People tend to vote for people thay can Identify with and I identify more with Obama than Clinton.
He is young, wants a bipartisan effort in running the country and didnt vote for the war in Iraq. Those are all things I am for too. I would be lying if I said that the fact that he is black does not play a factor in my vote because it does. It is no larger of a factor than the white folks who have been voting for other white folks for years. Why does it have to be the only reason Blacks are voting for him? Obama cant win with Blacks alone and he hasnt been. I have gone to the rallies and the precient meetings and the campaign meetings and I am one of a handful ( if that) of blacks there to support Obama. How do you explain all the other nationalities and ethnic groups supporting him? Perhaps it is his substance and his message that is speaking to us and the fact that it comes wraped in a beautiful brown package is just an added benefit.

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Jose , Allentown, PA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:33:51 GMT

This woman is from another age and also confused as ever.

What about the multitudes of WHITE men and WHITE WOMEN who voted for Obama? Perhaps, they were able to look beyond the barriers of color and gender and see something in a man that gave them hope. And it didn't matter to them that he happened to be black in color or that he is a man.

But for the other folks who rally behind Hillary (who is light years behind Obama in maturity) it will take longer to see I guess.

-jose u

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aciacia, Westminster, MD — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:33:59 GMT

I think everyone should slow down and listen, no matter what Obama and Clintion will have made history. But who do we need to hire to make our lives better in this country. "Really important" It's very clear to me that what is in there now, we don't want to repeat, so let's get it together and vote into office, someone who will look out for the american people as a whole.

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Celeste, Raleigh, NC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:34:08 GMT

It is an insult and ignorant to make a general statement that "Blacks are voting for him because he is Black". If that is her line of reasoning, she should also say that "Whites are not voting for him because he is Black". I would hope that people are selecting candidates who they believe are most qualified for the job. But realistically, some people are voting for McCain simply because he is Republican, Clinton simply because she is a woman, and Obama simply because he is Black. It is obvious that there is a lot of fear in this country over the possibility of having a Black man as President. If Clinton is the democratic nominee, she will be under the same fire/attacks as Obama because the fear of having a woman as President will be revealed.

GET OVER IT! No President, Black, White, or Woman is going to undo all of the damage that Bush has done. The US is in for a downfall for several years to come. Hopefully we will have a President that will at least move us in a different direction.

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Veloy Morrison St. George, Utah — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:34:21 GMT

All I know is we need to get a Republican in as Pres. as the Dems. are going to send this nation down the river in a hand basket. We Do not need Hillary or Obama telling us how to spend our money, where to send our kids to school, what health insurance to have or take away the Bush taxes. We should watch our for the Clintins as all they want it POWER) and if you get in their way they will smear your name all over and/or put a hit list out on you and get rid of you like they did Vince Foster. Both Hillary and Obama will give this nation to the terrest if we pull out of Iraq now. They will lie threw their teeth about that but it is true. If John McCain gets in as Pres. we need to let him know up front that we voted him in and in 4 years we can vote him out and get someone else in who will do the job right no matter what party. The Republicans Have the best ideas if they will all stick together and get their act together. There are alot of people out there both Men and women who whoud make good Pres./Vice Pres. Gerildene and Hillery are not any of them.

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Sandra Archibeque — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:34:35 GMT

Apparently Ferraro does not know the meaning of introspection. She needs to take a good look inside herself and see that prejudice is deeply ingrained her exsistence, so much that she fails to recognize it. Statements like that make one wonder if she ever got over own her political losses. My advice to her is... get over it, wake up and smell the coffee, times have changed since you were young political activist. Don't be so bitter and, above all else, appologize.

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Andrew Bliss, Taipei, Taiwan — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:35:05 GMT

I am curious if there are any white supporters of Obama who are doing so not only because of his charisma, eloquence, and candidacy of change, but also because electing a black president would be a way to assuage a collective sense of white guilt that still exists today. If we elect Obama, racism doesn't exist anymore, right? Especially in a time when the US's image is suffering internationally, electing a black president might also seem a way to let the world know American people aren't as bad as those who elected Bush.

I don't really think what Gerry said was all that outrageous. In an election where we may have our first black candidate after generations of racism, how can we not consider race an issue?

Idealistically, I am an Obama supporter. I don't think he is worth all the hype (taking into account substance) but think the collective effect of his presidency would be good for the country.

Realistically, I am a Hillary supporter (despite her horribly run campaign)since old school Washington is not about to change for one man and she may be better suited to get things done. She may be evil and dishonest, but I believe she is being evil for the right causes.

Now, I am now just wishing Obama would come out with something brilliant (smart, not just inspiring) so I could save my soul some damage and support him instead of Hillary.

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roosnana Southern Illinois — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:35:27 GMT

One side says its discrimination of race...the other side says its discrimination of sex. One has experience, the other has very little. HOWEVER...read the senate record. Thats all it takes, just read what each has done. I like them both, but the record speaks for itself.

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Valerie, Fort Washington, MD — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:35:30 GMT

1) If Obama was a white man with the same competencies, he would be substantially farther ahead than he is.
2) Obama could not be where he is without a whole lot of support from ethnic groups other than African Americans. He has won a majority of the popular vote even in states with minimal African American populations.
3) Please explain George Bush if White men of limited talent aren't pushed forward all the time.
4) As an African American woman, it took me a while to decide which Democrat to support. Originally, I probably leaned more toward John Edwards because I thought Obama could not win a general election due to the disadvantages of race, and Hillary could not win the general election because of the love hate divide regarding the Clintons - especially Hillary; that is, there are simply too many people who love to hate Hillary. In the end, it was easy to choose Obama by the time the primaries took place in MD. Loving to hate Hillary is still a popular sport, but Obama inspires and I believe simply has a better choice in the general election. His being African American was an whipped cream on the top; it wasn't the reason.
5) What few discuss, is that there are a lot of women who are more qualified to be the first woman candidate with widespread appeal. She has barely completed more than one term in the Senate with no other elected offices. If she was anyone other than the former president's wife, she wouldn't be where she is - a more qualified woman would be.
6) By the way, a black woman, Shirley Chisolm ran for president before Hillary and she received minimal votes from anyone, even though I would argue she was more qualified than the current female candidate. She didn't win the African American vote at a a level of note because African Americans are like everyone else - we don't want to throw away our vote; we have worked to hard to have it count. Obama is a viable candidate.
7) I am signing off now to go contribute money to Obama . . .

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Stephen Plano,TX — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:35:49 GMT

At the start of this run for the white house I said I'd vote for any Democrat to get the USA back on the right track. After the things that the Clinton team has done and has had others say I'll sit it out if she leads the party. I have never missed a presidential election since I could vote and I always vote democratic but what the Clintons are doing sickens me. They are doing anything to get elected just like Bush did and you see what we got in him.

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W. McKay, Atlanta, GA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:36:26 GMT

Its a shame that Edwards dropped out. Between Obama, Clinton, the media and everyone else that wants to throw their two cents into the mix, the Democratic Party is gonna be divided. This nomination process has shown how far the party still has to come and that prejudice, regardless of the type, is as strong as ever. Like I said, its a shame Edwards dropped out because he was the only viable candidate that wasn't playing the silly games that have fractured the party base.

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Floyd Gerebics Gaylord Mich — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:36:30 GMT

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Mike, Las Vegas — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:36:30 GMT

go geraldine, stir it up. Its time to talk about the real issues here. Are we going to get a Presidential candidate that can win? Obama can't defeat McCain Clinton can. Democrats wake up I can't handle another 4 years of Republicans can you??

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Jerica Sparks — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:37:25 GMT

I am a 30 year old black female that has been thinking the same way.(Me and many other African Americans) Many people in the black community automatically think that because you are black, you should be an Obama supporter. Why? MLK and many other civil rights leaders lost their lives for EQUAL rights, not just black rights. His dream was that we all would be treated equal. The black community has taken on this new found faith for Obama, brought on by the media, which is nothing more than racism. If this were the white community voting for Edwards because he was white, Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton would be ready to form a demonstration as we speak. It's not right and many people in the Black community know it, but they are just not speaking out, because they know the reactions they will get from most African-Americans.

It is amazing to me how so many African Americans can make their way to polls for Obama, but when given the chance to keep Bush out of office for a second term, you couldn't pay enough of us to vote.

Just think, maybe we wouldn't be in this mess, if we exercised our right to vote, then.

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Jmp, Northern MN — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:37:27 GMT

I figured Hilary (or any sane candidate) wouldn't immediately put a lid on Ferraro and keep her away from the press. ...This has NOT been Clinton's reaction--which also fell far short of RENOUNCE & REJECT.

After mulling this over, I'm starting to think that Geraldine has asked with explicit 'permission', if not encouragement from HRC and her campaign 'managers'. ...It all makes sense when you start looking at those stats from the Ohio exit polls...you know, the one that identified people voting based on race--and those people were overwhelming voting AGAINST Obama, based on race.

Yeah, sure. Hilary. Twist the race-knife while all along singing 'woe as me, I'm just a girl..'.

I'm embarrassed to be white female.
I have NOTHING in common with either of these women, whom up until very, very recently I held both in very high regard.

****NO kiss-and-makeup at that end of this campaign will be able to bridge the kinds of divides that Hillary is now spearheading.******

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Stan Delahoyde — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:37:46 GMT

I'm nearly 72 and know that "I'm caucasian" at least back to the 1500's. My wife is also caucasian and is 60.
If you think for one moment that we are enthusiastically supporting Barack Obama because of the color of his skin, or any other aspect of his being, then your thinking is as muddled and bigoted as your statement.
If voters will have sense enough to be blind to race and gender, simply consider all the issues, then it seems so obvious what potential Obama brings for healing for this nation and for improving our relationship with the rest of the world.
We're not political people--have voted for more than one party in the past. Obama is the PERSON (not the man; not the woman; the PERSON) we need as our President!

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Erika — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:38:00 GMT

Hmmm...so as a Black woman, I am inherenty racist simply because I support Obama? Does this also mean that I'm a self-dhating woman ashamed of my gender because I do NOT support Clinton? Could it be that I simply took the time out to research his platform, take a look at his political record, and decided that I'm tired of having the Bush/Clinton family run my country?

Anytime someone has to bring up someone's race in order to support their own position or justify the fact that their candidate is LOSING sounds like the true racist to me...

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Shell DuPree, Philadephia, Pa — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:38:11 GMT

When a teenage sales girl follows me around a store to see if I'm going to steal anything, I've always assumed it was due to my color rather than my gender but all of that aside; wasn't Obama's mother White? Didn't she raise him as a single parent? So isn't it safe to say that he has been influenced more by his White mother than his Black father?

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Melvin Cox — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:38:12 GMT

Geraldine Ferraro was a pitiful figure when she and Mondale took on Reagan and Bush in 1984. Based on her recent rantings, she is an even more pathetic 'loser' today.

For the record, the Clinton 3 a.m. spot DID in fact contain thinly veiled undertones of a racial nature. Sadly, the rose colored filters of her privileged existence work to prevent Ms. Ferraro from seeing the realities faced on a daily basis by those millions who continue to live outside of America's mainstream.

Geraldine Ferraro would do very well to pack her bags and simply ride into the sunset, maintaining some degree of dignity...

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dee joof — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:38:28 GMT

I cannot believe in this day and time that there are people out there who will not give African Americans the benefit of the doubt. Yes, we are educated enough to vote for the candidate who support our views. We are not going out voting for Obama just because he's balck. Yes, it would be historic and yes, we would be very proud of how far America has come, but for others to say Obama has the black vote because he's black is just ridiculous. As someone stated earlier, the majority of black voters have voted Democrat since we were given the right to vote and that meant voting for a "white male". So please give African Americans a little credit for voting for the candidate who shares our views.

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Graham K, Los Angeles — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:38:56 GMT

I wouldn't be bothered by what Ms. Ferraro said if she had made a like comparison of why Clinton is receiving a great share of votes from women and whites as groups and Obama from blacks and men as groups. Doing that would be stating the obvious and her comments wouldn't have made the news.

Her statements were calculated in a way to only bring a negative light to Obama. She's trying to sugar coat it by saying she would not have been a VP nominee if she wasn't a woman while clearly omitting what Clinton has gained in this primary by being a white woman.

I'm disgusted by her slanted tactic and as it stands can only be viewed as an attack on Obama. I would be even more disgusted if this were something the Clinton campaign was privy to before Ferraro made her comments but decided to allow Ferraro to run with it to only denounce it later.

During the last debate, the main reason for Clinton calling for Obama to reject and denounce a pat on the back from Farakhan was to drive a wedge between Obama and those votes that Obama might receive from Farakhan's people. Her tactic was clear, if she's not getting those votes then she doesn't want Obama to receive them either.

I really hoped that this Dem. race would rise above the negative but at this point I'm beginning to feel like its the same old thing all over again from both candidates. I must admit that in Obama's defense he has been forced to go negative at times because Clinton is constantly negative. If not he would be considered weak rather than strong and surely lose ground with his core of people that seek change.

Remember a time ago when you were in grade school and no one liked a bully. The bully was usually bigger and stronger but when faced by others of equal strength was usually humbled. Why is it now that when we are adults that we accept these types of antics by people that are expected to run our country? Its sad.

I am a Barack Obama supporter but only because I have longed for the type of change that he is seeking. If this were a race between Clinton and Edwards, she would have received my vote hands down but only because she's a Clinton. Also, because there's not much that would seperate her from Edwards while the only obvious distinction would be that she's female and he's male. Gender's not a factor for me and nor is race. Would we be having this discussion if these were the 2 remaining candidates? Can't say, but I'm sure a lot of dirt would still be thrown around.

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Michael Giovinazzo — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:39:02 GMT

Ms. Ferraro seems to forget that her and her husband Italian-American (Catholic with alleged Mob connections) heritage was the issue in 1984. Her gender as I recall was the very least of her problems. Ferraro needs to remember both hardships of being a non-white Protesant running for political office.

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Dave, Phoenix — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:39:15 GMT

Regarding the statement that McCain will "destroy [Obama] in the debates": McCain won't need to beat whoever is nominated, that will have already been done by infighting within the party.

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John Doe , Seattle Washington — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:39:54 GMT

Yeah,Interesting!Some people just don't get it. Change is something that comes after the cards are all in place. A persons past tells you what direction their futere will take them. If anyone is surrounded by the same type of element that was negetive in their past, Beware! Change will be sudden and overnight. It doesn't matter black or white,male or female.

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KIm M- Kingman, AZ — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:39:54 GMT

Hey, Geraldine. Congrats on acting like a rat in the
attempt to pre-empt the real news. Obama kicked HRC's butt in Mississippi.

Maybe Geraldine is trying to vy for HRC's VEEP spot
by prooving she is of the same ilk as HRC.

Obama '08

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Kevin T. Brookline, MA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:40:33 GMT

" 'He knows damn well that the best thing to do in a situation like this is to come back and hit with race,' Ferraro said, adding that the response is a sign that the Obama campaign is 'worried' about the first-term senator's lack of experience.

Fascinating. So Ferraro makes a racist claim and the Obama camp's response is to come back and talk about race. How dare they!! It must be to cover up a lack of experience. Interesting logic, Geraldine.

I think what troubles me is that in Ferraro's second-wave feminist logic there is an us vs. them mentality (i.e. Sexism is worse than racism.) It shouldn't be a contest. We should work to eliminate both--because they're both very harmful to the people, the society that experiences these forms of discrimination and hatred. I'm happy to live in a country where a woman and minority are running for the nations highest office. Only one of these candidates has a message of inclusiveness. I'm afraid Hillary's message preserves the bases of racism and sexism.

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Angela Dailey, St. Joseph, MO — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:41:07 GMT

I think that no matter if we agree with these comments, no one should being saying this woman needs to "shut up" and stay out of politics because she is too old and her "time has passed." She lives here, too, and has the same right as all of us to speak her mind. I think we can ALL agree that racism and sexim are a problem and both of these candidates are getting some advantages and some disadvantages because of his race or her gender. The real truth is that some people will never vote for a woman or an ethnic minority and some people will vote for them simply because they can identify. I do not think it is wise to vote for someone simply because they are the same race or gender as you, but I cannot stop anyone from doing just that and it is a reality we can all face, without being offensive or getting offended. I would also argue that both candidates are qualified and either would be 1000 times better than Bush. I think Hillary is much more qualified and would argue that she gets a bad wrap way too often and Obama is guilty of many things he argues against. We need to remember that a lot of politicians run on the platform that they are going to bring change to Washington and get rid of the special interest groups; this is not a new message, he is just a new color saying it and I do think that, to some extent, it has become popular to vote for him and, in some ways, he is winning because he is winning. It is so sad that some people won't stick with Hillary just becasue they think he is going to win. This is just like everyone saying she should get out if she lost Ohio or Texas. This is not over yet, not even close, so you may as well vote for and stick with the candidate you think is best, because if you throw your candidate under the bus and go to the other side, then you're only helping to ensure this person loses and that makes no sense to me. If he gets the nominee, then you can support him but I certainly won't until that day comes, IF it comes. She may have not won as many states, but she will have a good arguement to make at the convention because she has won the big states and the blue states, the ones that will actually go our way in November. She is winning the democratic states and that is what we need to get the White House; the red states going to Obama will almost certainly belong to McCain in November. So, while I agree the former VP nominee could have said it better, I do not think we can call her racist and we definitely cannot say that Hillary is racist; Clinton did not make these statements and if you all want to say that she knew about it beforehand, then maybe Obama knew about what that Samantha lady was going to say, right? Vote for and support the candidate you think is best and for the reason you think best and let everyone else do the same.

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Kate, Iowa — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:41:36 GMT

I read Ferraro's comments and I didn't interpret them as racist or sexist. I think she was just stating a fact that so many choose to ignore. Racism and Sexism are still alive, although we choose to believe otherwise. These primaries and caucuses are drawing record crowds. How many of the women and black voters would have gone out and voted had these two been white guys? Would we be as captivated with Obama had he been a dull ugly white guy with his amount of experience? Probably not, we would have voted for John Kerry. Would we have voted for Hilary had she been a stodgy white guy with this long list of so-called experience? Nope, it would have been Kerry again, or we would have stayed home from the voting booths. I am not racist or sexist. I am just saying that these two prejudices are still alive and Ferraro was just attempting to point that out. I don't think she is racist or sexist. She was just stating the facts that we have chosen to ignore. Both Obama and Clinton represent change that this country desparately needs. Had they both been white guys, we would have viewed them as just been more devious politicians spouting their rhetoric from the same cloth and we wouldn't have believed in them. Regardless of how much the canidadates try to keep race and gender out of the race, it is impossible to do. It is who they are, a black man and a white woman. We like them so much BECAUSE of their race and gender. They bring a different perspective to the table with their different backgrounds and persona; with their hopes and dreams for our country. Hopefully, they won't break the promises that all the white men before them have done.
I initially supported Clinton but her husband needs to disappear before I can vote her to the White House. Which is another point...would she have truly stood a chance in this race with all the scandal in her past had she been a white man? I don't think so.
Because of all this scandal and the fact that Bill is still in the picture, I am voting for Obama. His little deal with the real estate guy doesn't appear to be much scandal, and if it was, well, that is only one thing compared to what the Clintons have done. At least Obama can be proud of his lack of experience with corruption.

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Neil, Phoenix AZ — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:42:02 GMT

Bravo Geraldine,
Racisim...in any color, is unacceptable. But we need to stop labeling EVERYTHING racism. It seems that racism is used anytime a negative reamark is made or an unpopular thought is expressed. It IS possible that we can disagree with someone of another race without being racist. Too often the vocal minority (and I dont mean any specific race here), uses the race card to reduce any opposing views to a mere whisper. Thereby eliminating any other vocal opposition. Because no one...especially a public figure, wants to be the focus of a racism accusation. Its time to move on.

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James, London, UK — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:42:04 GMT

Tell me Ms Ferraro, why did over 80% of blacks vote for Bill Clinton? Was that because he was white? Couldn't they have found even one black guy to vote for? And why did most vote for Hillary until they got to KNOW Obama? Could it just have something to do with his attributes? Or are you so blinded by Obama's color that you can't see beyond it?

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anyone but hillary — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:42:08 GMT

She is a worthless human being who only got anything in life b/c she's a woman. She's a disgrace to the Democratic Party and a disagrace to America.

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R Strong — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:42:39 GMT

Hey Geraldine, I'm voting for Obama because I like his message. I understand that he does not have the experience as Hillary. But,we recycle politicians with the same ideas. Obama talks about change and I think most Americans want a change and I don't think that most of America is black. I don't think that it is fair to say that blacks are voting for him because he is black. People are tired of the direction in which we are heading. In my house we are split. My wife is voting for Hillary. Is she voting for her because she is a woman? By the way we are black.

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TOM Ia — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:42:44 GMT

You can tell that Geraldine is not running for office because that statement is too true for that. The exit polls for Mississippi today agree with her statement. 40% of blacks said they voted for Obama because he is Black.

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Lucy, Cortez CO — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:43:05 GMT

Sexism and Racism both exist and both are reprehensible, but let's focus on the business of citizenship which is to choose a president who we believe will lead us where we need to go as a nation. As a woman, I'd love to see a woman as president WHEN THE RIGHT ONE COMES ALONG!!! I am supporting Obama because of all the candidates on both sides of the aisle, he alone gives me hope for the future of America and he alone makes me proud of our country. I haven't seen a candidate this inspiring since Bobby Kennedy. Can we just drop the meaningless incidentals and focus on who we think will do the best job?

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Sherma De Silva - Canada — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:43:13 GMT

Her(Geraldine) opinion does matter however, I don't see Geraldine commenting on Hilary Clinton - dirty low down deceptive political warfare. Well does it come as a surprise to Geraldine black voters are able to make intelligent decisions not because a candidate is black we vote for him. How shallow is this woman
...all I here about is race, race can we not look at
the face of "CHANGE" regardless of colour.

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wayne, north lauderdale florida — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:43:18 GMT

why are you guys afraid of the truth. I am black and even i know that we are only voting for him because he give us hope that a black man can finally be given a chance to run the country. I challenge anyone any reporter or political analyst to really and truly tell me if they think that as a first time senetor, with little or no experience Hillary would have been taken seriously. If you answer yes. Hillary is not the one who is preventing change, you are. If you with the responsibilty of advising nation are going to lie, then the future is dim. Earlier no black persons wouldn't vote for barack because they felt he had no chance. He won IOwa and suddenly everyone is voting. The bigger issue here is the fact that the blacks actually needed the go ahead from the white before the were convinced. Thats sad. Geraldine said nothing wrong and once again i want to make it absolutely clear that i am disgusted at the obama campaign because he is trying to convince me that this statement was not true it is and that is more offensive than anything geraldine said. Just like blaming hillary for the race card, when it was his wife who blatantly misrepresented the clintons remark. To Obama and his wife i am as educated as you are. I am no fool. and you white people just patronising him " disgusting"

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MPG - San Francisco — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:43:58 GMT

To Robert Ford (Reno NV)

I'm not sure how old you are, but unless you've been living in a complete vacuum but african americans have been voting for white men because its been the only choice. And only since 1964 when the Voting Rights Act was signed into law (and extended by President Reagan during his term) were blacks even allowed (but strongly discouraged from) voting. The Democrats have taken the black vote for granted for years and most republicans and conservatives could care less about the black vote (as seen especially during this campaign). Obama scares the hell out of the status quo because he is of african descent and doesn't fit the little box that white america has tried to primarily keep them in because it helps them feel better and superior and safe.

Every white woman should be thankful to the countless thousands of african american men and women who gave their lives and continue to give their time, talent and service to trying to keep this nation to its word that all men (and women) are created equal by God. Equal rights only means equal opportunity for all.....not equal results. Everyone KNOWS that. The outright hypocrisy of this nation trying to go around and spread democracy and "Freedom" in other nations is sickening.(and our military is composed of black men and women, as well as men and women of latino, asian, arabic and european descent....all putting their lives on the line so silly birds like Geraldine Ferraro can make comments to disinfranchise American Citizens)

Now, for the real newsflash. I am African American and a woman. I'm not voting for Senator Obama or Senator Clinton based on their positions on certain issues, but I support their right to run for the highest office in the nation to be a servant leader. They both have just as much right as all the other white men (and silly women like Ms Ferraro) with little or no "experience" to be president. What I hate, yes HATE is the bigotry and racism coming out of the mouths of people who claim to be Americans and want to represent this country. It's making everyone nuts because Senator Obama's candidacy brings all those taboos to light and it calls on everyone to now take a stand.....either we're going to live up to the ideals that we say this nation was founded on or we're going to self destruct....its just that simple.
And he's taken a lot of hits from all sides and not only has stayed above the fray....but he's actually winning. Oh, and Miss Thing, it isn't because he's black....it's because he's an American and has called its citizens to be better, and its because he's worked hard to get where he is and wants people to reach their full potential and have equal OPPORTUNITY.

If Senator Clinton does not reject and denounce Ferraro's comments, if Nancy Pelosi and the democratic leadership doesn't distance themselves from this then, we'll know without a doubt that it is still politics as usual and you can't blame ANYONE who would want to vote for change.

Shame on you Ferraro, Clinton and every other "American" who believes and espouses to this evil, vile hatred of your fellow Americans....especially in this time of war, regardless as to your feelings about it. Shame, shame shame!

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Dave, Santa Clarita Ca — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:43:58 GMT

Who made you (Ferraro) the authority on Sexism and Racism and which is worse? You are a white woman of privilidge, who was selected as a running mate for president. This makes you an authority on sexism? I would have to say that the stats on whose condition is worse at this point in time supports the notion that African Americans are still worse off.
The constant negative attacks by the Clintonistas prove just how desperate they are. If Hillary cant be prez she will make sure nobody can from the Dems. It is such a narrisistic ego centric view. It can sure be said that if Bill hadn't had a tryst with Monica we would have never have had to deal with the power hungry "sell my soul" ways of Hillary. She seems to believe that this is all owed to her because she had to put up with Bill. Well it is not. She has shown Americans that she cant run a campaign much less a country. She blew a huge lead coming into the Iowa elections and shows her competence to lead? All the experience she says she has comes from dancing with leaders at balls?
To say that the only reason Obama is getting attention is because he is black only minimizes him as a person. Ferraro is saying that we are only voting for him because he is a talented black guy, by that standard Gary Coleman should be running. She is treating Obama like he is some kid in the special olmpics that we should all clap for because he finished the race. This is so demeaning on so many levels. Ferraro and Clinton are now just one step away to referring to Obama as "boy" negating his manhood. Is racism and sexism really that different? Are we not talking about demeaning someone based on a difference? So is that not what Ferraro is doing?
Wow Hillary will do anything to get elected which is to say there is no level she will not stoop to. If people are watching whats going on you are hearing more and more folks turning off to Clinton because of this. Obama folks are loving this.
Ferraro we dont want to hear what you have to say. Please shut the hell up. Barack and the Dems do not need a washed up political hack loser like you. Please find the rock Hillary dug you up from crawl back under it before you destroy what little legacy you have!

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Greg Tourino, Vancouver, BC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:44:20 GMT

Ferraro, Bill Clinton commenting on Jesse Jackson
from Politico Blog
http://www.politico.com/blogs/bensmith/0308/A_Ferraro_flashback.html

A Ferraro flashback

"If Jesse Jackson were not black, he wouldn't be in the race," she said.

Really. The cite is an April 15, 1988 Washington Post story (byline: Howard Kurtz), available only on Nexis.

Here's the full context:

Placid of demeanor but pointed in his rhetoric, Jackson struck out repeatedly today against those who suggest his race has been an asset in the campaign. President Reagan suggested Tuesday that people don't ask Jackson tough questions because of his race. And former representative Geraldine A. Ferraro (D-N.Y.) said Wednesday that because of his "radical" views, "if Jesse Jackson were not black, he wouldn't be in the race."

Asked about this at a campaign stop in Buffalo, Jackson at first seemed ready to pounce fiercely on his critics. But then he stopped, took a breath, and said quietly, "Millions of Americans have a point of view different from" Ferraro's.

Discussing the same point in Washington, Jackson said, "We campaigned across the South . . . without a single catcall or boo. It was not until we got North to New York that we began to hear this from Koch, President Reagan and then Mrs. Ferraro . . . . Some people are making hysteria while I'm making history."

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John Doe, Seattle, Washington — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:44:38 GMT

RIGHT ON! YOU ARE 100% CORRECT! OBAMA USES RACE AS HIS #1 LEVERAGE AGAINST IGNORANT UNEDUCATED VOTERS. He has no place in this election. If he was white and a Republican do you think the media would bring up the fact that he is friends with radicals that want to overthrow the U.S. Govt. and/or is affliated and shows a friendship with people that are admitted racists such as Louis Farakan? (sp) Obama is a left wing radical racist that would throw this "white" America to the wolves and destroy everything that this country is built on. If anyone like Obama ever gets into the White House it is time to find a new country to live in for me.

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Joe South — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:44:46 GMT

You may not have seen it in your area. You may not have seen it in you city or state. But racism runs thru ALL colors, creeds and nationalities of people of some form or another. Some are more racist than others and maybe some not at all. You may not want to admit it, but don't be naive enough to think it doesn't still exist on all sides of the skin color spectrum. That being said, alot of blacks DO vote for blacks because they are black...period. You can't say ALL do. Just like not ALL women are going to vote for Hillary because she's a woman. Alot of our darker skinned brothers and sisters see this as a way to get a black man in the white house regardless of the experience he has. Not that Bush had MUCH more when he went in. And true Hillary is just riding on the coat tails of Bill. No one is saying ALL blacks will vote for Obama, but alot, alot will based solely on the color of his skin. This country as come a long way to fight racism, but there are still those that see that NOTHING has been acheived and see him as the savior of change. I see nothing in any of the candidates on both sides of the political divide that indicates we will see ANY major change with their win. Change comes from the people. Change came from the people. If you want change, don't wait for someone else to do it for you, bother your congressman. Bother him or her often and with the help of your local organizations. Calling people racists because they tell it like it is, only hides the reality. Yes we need change, but we need it with honesty.

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Melvin Cox, Oakland, CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:45:18 GMT

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Dave, Santa Clarita Ca — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:45:28 GMT

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SickandtiredofHillaryandCo, Peoria — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:45:57 GMT

I believe if Hillary were as smart as her supporters claims she is, she would understand that she is doing nothing more that helping McCain's chances in November with her negativity and down-right dirty politics. Even as a democrat, I would not vote for her simply because she is an opportunist who will do or say anything to get the nomination. Since when does living in the white and a failed health care plan qualify someone to become president on day one? (Is Hillary planning on having any advisors other than Bill or are they planning on running the country all by themselves?) At least Barack has enough sense to work in harmony with those around him (which is what this country needs for a change). Hillary, wake up! You and your supporters are sounding desperate and ugly at the same time.

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connie dent, Chas. WV — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:45:57 GMT

Has anyone noticed that Obama plays the race card when he is up against a primary where democrats are mostly African American. He goes back to his Harvard educated speech after the primary. He is more African then American. Black Americans are losing a good friend in Hillary. I believe Obama will do nothing for black people. Just remember how much domestic violence and child abuse we have. Family members against family members. Blacks against blacks, whites against whites. Just because he has some African in him doesn't mean he wont sell you out.

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lucien lanflais jr — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:46:30 GMT

I think ferraro is a crusty old lady with nothing better to do with her time. Clinton is using her as an unpaid attack dog and will do anything to win an election. Go back to 1992 and start there. It's all history and read it for yourself. Her and wild bill broke more laws then any husband wife in the history of the white house and presidents. Keep in mind our tax's are lower now then they were when bill was president. That is a fact you can look up. It's not OBama, she and her bunch from the 1992 presidental bid will attack anybody who get in there way. You should read some of what Dick Morris has to say about how they work, he was in charge of there election in 1992, you won't believe what they will do to people. And that isn't counting how much money they cost us the tax payer with all the scandles they were involved in. It is not because it's a women it's because it's a clinton. With her i'm in it to win it. Condaleza rice would be a great choice for president smart and very professional. But they can use people like Farraro because all they have to say is she isn't on out staff. So the comments stay and they arn't attached to clinton. If it was just clinton against obama he win's, Even people in the political party know they will do whatever they can to win. She promissed new york 50 thousand new job's then said I didn't do it because we didn't have a democrat president. Thats stupid to say, Your a senator. Don't just vote for her because she is a women because your cheating yourself out of a real choice. Look at them and what they syand for. Do we really want to go back to the way it was in 1992. Why won't she release her and bill's tax returns. Because of the sweat shops he is a partner in over in other countries. That was on the news yesterday so look before you leap. How many democrats ever said that a republican would be a better president then OBama? None. But she said several times over the weekend. She is out for clinton and thats it. Why do you think they call it the clinton attack macjine? Smarten up people....

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MX — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:46:31 GMT

Disgusting comment from Ferraro, not least of all because it is a complete falsehood. When I was studying in the US nearly five years ago, Obama was the name on everyone's lips. People KNEW he would go far. Whereas the only reason Hillary is getting to run is that she is married to Bill - so it's a highly ironic statement from her camp! Basically, Obama is the fly in Hillary's power-hungry ointment and boy, is she mad. She will resort to anything to win this. By the way, I think it's great the way all these US news websites have comments facilities - UK news websites do not allow us to voice our opinions as easily.

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e ward — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:47:13 GMT

Working men should compare apples to apples. You point out how many bills Sen. Clinton passed into law, and compared that to how many bills Sen. Obama "sponsored". How many bills did Obama pass into law, and how many did Clinton sponsor? Sen. Obama is enjoying the cool factor right now, and is clearly the benificiary of a media being very carefull to criticize him lest they be declared racist. To portray Sen. Clinton as a racist ignores a lifetime of work on behalf of minorities. Obama will not be elected president, why? because on that day in November there will be no caucuses. This country will not gamble on Obama, they will choose McCain. I am not one of those democrats who will support Obama just because he is the Democratic candidate. I will vote for who I feel is best suited to be president, I hope that's Clinton, but if not...Go McCain!

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C. Funk — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:47:31 GMT

The first women's rights meeting in the United States, held at Seneca Falls, New York, in 1848, itself followed several decades of a quietly-emerging egalitarian spirit among women.

What a long road it would be to winning the vote for women! Before the Nineteenth Amendment secured women's right to vote in the US, more than 70 years would pass.

The 14th Amendment legally gave African-Americans the privileges of American citizenship However, it did not include voting rights for former slaves.

The 15th Amendment gave black men the right to vote in 1870.The 15th Amendment stated that "The right of citizens of the United States to vote shall not be denied or abridged by the United States or by any State on account of race, color, or previous condition of servitude."

(NOTICE that women... WOMEN were not considererd United States Citizens)

the National Woman Suffrage Association, which included only women, opposed the 15th Amendment because for the first time citizens were explicitly defined as male, and worked for a national Constitutional Amendment for woman suffrage.

50 years would pass before women would be given the right to vote

The 19th amendment guarantees all American women the right to vote. Achieving this milestone required a lengthy and difficult struggle, victory took decades of agitation and protest. Beginning in the mid-19th century, several generations of woman suffrage supporters lectured, wrote, marched, lobbied, and practiced civil disobedience to achieve what many Americans considered a radical change of the Constitution. Few early supporters lived to see final victory in 1920.

Beginning in the 1800s, women organized, petitioned, and picketed to win the right to vote, but it took them decades to accomplish their purpose. Between 1878, when the amendment was first introduced in Congress, and August 18, 1920, when it was ratified, champions of voting rights for women worked tirelessly, but strategies for achieving their goal varied. Some pursued a strategy of passing suffrage acts in each state—nine western states adopted woman suffrage legislation by 1912. Others challenged male-only voting laws in the courts. Militant suffragists used tactics such as parades, silent vigils, and hunger strikes. Often supporters met fierce resistance. Opponents heckled, jailed, and sometimes physically abused them.

I wonder what these brave women , our grandmothers, great grandmothers,great great grandmothers that fought so hard for women, to ensure that their future daughters and grand daughters etc would have the right to vote, the right to have our voices heard, to have the right to run for office... would think of all of this.

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Tim, Minneapolis, MN — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:48:09 GMT

I read Gerdine's comments & and then I took my time and read trough every single comment listed by my fellow Americans. "Thats what I am taking about America!" We can't move forward if we keep looking back, we might run off the road!

I am a young African-American male and I am standing behind Obama. I am offended that I have to justify why I am voting for Obama when no one cared why I voted for John Kerry four years ago. No one questioned why I voted for Bill Clinton either. I am very proud of the fact that we have a very viable Democratic candidate who can defeat McCain in November who happens to be African-American. <--(we get that for free)

I know that I speak for the masses when I say that it is comments like those that is keeping America from changing. Lets not be afraid to embrace change no matter who is standing up for it.

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Gina, Tucson AZ — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:48:18 GMT

What I don't understand is how Clintons supporters can say Obama has no experience or that she has done more when posters like The working man posts facts as to the work both candidates have done while in office.
And it clearly shows who has done more. Then he also tells you where you can get this info but yet they still don't listen. It truely boggles my mind. And as far as Ferraro is concerned I really think she needs to stay out of this just like all the other ding dongs (on both sides) who keep spewing such crap. Is there sexism in this country? YES. Is there racism? YES. But do we have to keep bringing all this crap into this election? I would have to say NO. The candidates are running on their QUALIFACATIONS not their race or gender.

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MX, London — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:48:45 GMT

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Betty Sue, Fayetteville, NC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:49:02 GMT

Go Geraldine. This is America, we're supposed to have freedom of speech. She spoke her mind, she's entitled to her opinion, and I wholeheartedly agree with her. If what she said didn't have substance, no one would be making a fuss about it. The truth hurts.

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Nicole, Seal Beach, CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:49:30 GMT

"Geraldine is right on in her remarks. Do you think 80-90% of the blacks would vote for a white person? Never have before that I know of."

You OBVIOSLY don't know any black people. We ARE CAPABLE of making decisions based on something other than race! I take offense to the notion that we couldn't possibly be REALLY involved in the political process, that we have no idea of what people stand for... that we aren't informed. Are you kidding me with this? I thought we were past that stereotype. I know this has been said so please forgive the redundancy, but that's like saying 80-90% of women are going to vote for Hillary simply because of her gender. How silly does that sound? I can't believe people actually buy into this crap.
By the way, I did vote for Obama... because, in my opinion, he is the best candidate. I have Black friends who voted for Hillary as well as Black friends who voted for McCain. Oh, and this'll really blow your mind... NONE of us voted for Sharpton in 2004. What does that do for your theory?

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Lexus C. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:49:55 GMT

Geraldine is simply telling the truth. I am very proud of her for having the guts to stand up and say what millions are thinking, but won't, because they will be called racist. So why is it so irritating to Obama's supporters to hear the truth that many are voting for him because he calls himself black. I would rather he claim bi-racialness. Claiming to be black is a slap in the face of his white mother and white grandparents who raised him and provided him with his education and opportunities while his black father abandoned him. If he truly wants to change America, why won't he stand up during a speech and claim all his heritage? Him claiming to be black adds fuel to the race fires when he could put them out if he claims what he is. America is becoming more and more bi-racial. A real leader who represented real change would stand up and proudly claim who he is (white and black) knowing their stance will influence the acceptance of mixed race people. Sometime in the not too distant future, we will be a mostly mixed nation, so arguing between black and white is really rather pointless...there are more important issues, like global warming. If we don't stop global warming we really will be unable to have further discussions

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Kevin, Washington, DC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:49:59 GMT

NEWSFLASH: There is no such thing as race/racism/black people/white people etc. Science and has demonstrated that there is only one race and that is the human race. Africa is the birthplace of all human kind and some human beings migrated from the continent. So technically we are all African. Changes in skin color and other physical attributes were genetic mutations which occurred out necessity (adapting to different climates for instance). Don't believe me then just search the web on this topic. You might ask why is this relevent to the topic and my response would be that we (human beings) are weak and pathetic. We allow some to continue to stir up divisions (divisions based on lies and false arguments) so that the status quo remains. Sure there might be cultural differences between people, but we really are connected to one another--truly brothers and sisters. Truly sad that we refuse to behave like that. Imagine if we could stop identifying each other by skin color and worked together to better our country and the world?

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Elwyn Louisville Kentucky — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:51:24 GMT

I am not an American citizen yet. Please educate me. When Americans vote for a president do you vote resume, seniority,favoritism, or leadership?

Forgetting the sex race religion or ethnicity of the candidates what makes a leader? I assume that you vote for a leader. A leader does not do every thing himself/herself but inspires and makes the tough choices and make people feel good about the choices. FDR, JFK, Lincoln, Reagan were all leaders. Leadership is not resume or who is the right sex race or religion. Leadership is not who has been in the limelight of the public for the most time. It is capturing people's imagination and give confidence and hope. If you forget that again America the you you will get what you deserve.

Final question America? How can a candidate of principal agree to follow the DNC rules yet still place their sole name on the ballot in one state and give an acceptance speech in the other. Is it priciple or opportuinism?

A leader is a person who inspires to brings a people to support an ideal and to pursue that ideal with zeal and purpose and to feel good doing it. A leader is a person who uncommonly embraces moral rectitude and not gamesmanship to ask of the people to sacrifice for the grearter good of future generations. Who fits that description best?

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C. J and E. Chicago Ill — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:51:30 GMT

Who cares - just remember 2000 - we elected a Republican President with a Republican majority in Congress that allowed Mr. Bush to basically do whatever he wanted and with no one that really was able to stop him at all - look at the shape this country is in now because we found out 6 years too late what we got ourselves into. We tried to send a loud and clear message in 2006 to change, but it appears the lights are out and nobody's home! Are we ready to make the same mistake with the Democrats especially when they seem to not be able to get their act together between these two candidates that are left, where they have to deflect to such things as racism and sexism to distinguish themselves from one another (and to get other people to do it for them as well)!!

George Bush did the same thing in 2004 to get re-elected - brought up issues such as gay marriage and stem cell research, etc, etc, etc to get people scared and worried about issues we don't even hear about any more (or aren't covered in the media as they were in 2004) We are still feeling the effects of what should have been the real issues and problems facing this nation all along! We didn't seem to care about the real problems facing us then because we went ahead as a nation and re-elected him anyway and still kept a slim Republican majority in Congress!

I want to know from O'bama, Clinton, and McCain (those will be the realistic choices at this time) how are they going to solve the problems we have before this country goes completely down the "tubes" - not this political do anything to get votes garbage.

I hope we all wake up and realize how important it is to elect people in this upcoming election before it becomes to late (whether Democrat - Republican - Independent - white - black - purple - male - female - etc etc) that need to solve the problems and issues we have, not create more "artifical" ones!!!!

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concerned, virginia beach — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:51:40 GMT

john doe, no amount of African American support would guarantee Senator Obama's ultimate victory. to bring this argument full circle; Barack's approach is what is compelling those to vote for him. the possibility that the US could elect a man such as Barack would send a clear message to the world that the US is back on the right track.

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Cynthia, Grand Rapids, Michigan — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:52:14 GMT

I welcome the debate about racism vs sexism, as an African American Female I choose Barack Obama because HE IS WHO HE IS. Hillary Clinton is taking credit for what HER husband did in his Presidency. There were some very GREAT First Ladies (Eleanor Roosevelt for one) and Hillary wasn't one of them.

As far as the power of words, let's look at how we treat liable, slander, gossip. If you lose a finger you get what $5,000, a leg $100,000,you say something damaging about someone you get MILLIONS!!!

As my mother would say the media controls sexism and racism by the choice of WORDS they use to report a story. Example, You could be watching TV and this is the way the report goes:
There was a RIOT in Watts (Blacks)
" " Uprising in Navada (Native Americans)
" " Rebellion in Mexico (Hispanics)
" " Disturbance in San Francisco (Whites)

I say: It's best to be thought a Fool, than to open your mouth and remove ALL Doubt!

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Ted Hogan,Aurora,Colorado — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:52:41 GMT

As a previous vice presidential candidate would you have been on the 84 ballot had you not been a female?Blacks supporting Obama, Why not? it doesn't change his ability to bring forth a new and differant method any less the Hillary's ability to which seems to also be overwhelmingly supported by females who themselves want to support "one of their own" show me the differance?

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J.Stephens, Houston, Tx — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:52:42 GMT

I personally think all 3 candidates have good qualities, however, with the economy going to hell...
I think it will take experience to get us out of this recession.
Remember President Carter? Everyone thought he was the one to bring about change.... He never succeeded.
He's done more good since leaving office.

Like most Americans, I will support the candidate that the people elect.

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James, London, UK — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:53:00 GMT

Tell me Ms Ferraro, why did over 80% of blacks vote for Bill Clinton? Was that because he was white? Couldn't they have found even one black guy to vote for? Better still, a black female? And why did most vote for Hillary until they got to KNOW Obama? Could it just have something to do with his attributes? Or are you so blinded by Obama's color that you can't see beyond it?

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Gina, Pittsburgh, Pa — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:53:03 GMT

Man I love this women. I sure wish there was enough men that would say that and not back down. Geraldine don't back down... the truth hurts, and liberials can't stand it. There's only one guy that I know that has the same backbone of steel that you have and he's the President right now.
I really don't care I said this way back that the Democrats will have Obama and Clinton on the same ticket. Come Sept. these two will be so much in love. We'll all be so proud of them. The world will be at peace.

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Katherine — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:53:38 GMT

Geraldine Ferraro is RIGHT! Spot on right! Sexism is far more rampant than racism. Sexism affects ALL women, of all races, in all places in the world. Who are the most oppressed people in the world?? WOMEN!!

It's an American tragedy that sexism is so very rampant in the U.S. in 2008.

Shame on us.

My fellow women, we are our own worst enemies at times.

We needs to SUPPORT each other, not tear each other down.

If we could learn to work together, we COULD rule the world and CHANGE the world.

GO HILLARY !!!

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Harold, La — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:53:40 GMT

This is so funny. How can people think that she is wrong with what she said. I mean to tell you that I can sit here and contest everyones statements that are against Clinton. Lets look at a simple fact that is true and you can look at the speech Obama made after the texas loss. If he can stand in front of thousands and say that were else can a black man marry a white woman. Now I see that as racist. He is clearly trying to form a racist bond with white voters or bring pride to the black voters. I have lived all over the country and everywhere I go it is the same. Black males think of white women as trophies. This being said it boosts his rating white black males.

Now for the sexism, this is good. You have one person that proved it right in the posts here when they said "How can a White Woman tell us which is the greater of 2 evils Sexism or Racism?" Can you see the racist and sexiest part. Now if she was a black woman speaking like that the person that wrote that would have kept their mouth shut. It is funny that black people can talk racist about themselves, cry affirmative action, say that we are the minority, and get pretty much what they want to shut them up. Well this is a cold hard fact that people need to see. In the democratic party they are not the minority. That is a realistic fact. That means that if every black american that was a democrate voted for him he would win hands down. This means that even if he is not the right person he is chosen. How can people sleep thinking that a man may get elected because the black americans feel they are wronged and that Obama is here to save them. He is no Martin Luthor King Jr. In fact he hopes for a future is that you vote him in so he can tell you that once he is done taking notes. He will look it up and recite a person that had done it before with success as his own view. He is not original and will neer be. I want to say about the person that was about the experience. you said about the accomplished more in 8 months is wrong. Proposing a bill and having passed it is two different things. She did more with passing than he did. In fact find out just how many of those bills really were his bills to begin with. I find it hard to believe that he wrote 233 bills regarding healthcare reform all by his self.

I think america should look at facts he was losing before the race card was pulled now he is winning, especially in states that have a high black vote. I mean even the news points it out on the percentage. What ever happened to the real victims of the nations birth. It was not the blacks it was the idians. They have no special month nor special day for their fallen heros. But lets give the american blacks a day for a man that had a dream and got shot.

America needs to wake up and smell the roses. I want people to vote for the right reason not the wrong ones. The right to vote is not meant to be about voting for your special color. It is not about voting for the one that sounds good on TV. It is not so that we can get some one that is going to favor one side. We are given the right to vote to have a voice and to say that is the one I want leading my country and I feel that they can do the best job.

So aside from all the slander and blaming the press for loses. I mean I tell you how can a person blame the press for a loss. Take it like a man or woman and move on. Lets get past the childish games and ask the perfect question. When it comes to a natural desaster is our candidate going to break away from their vacation to answer the call. Are they going to stand up and fight for what they beleive in and not change their mind when the odds are against them. Are they going to let you die in the streets because they feel that they are not expendable, or are they going to try and help you to the fullist. I have tons of questions and to tell you the truth I do not care about any of the topic of todays elections. I care aboutr being about to afford the gas to go to work. People need to look a the gas prices and then look at the President who has his hands in the oil companies. Then spin around and look at the war and all the oil that we use over there and do not get charged. Well the military does not get charged but the the countries getting oil make up the difference. Oil is the reason for the war and always has. Gives the american oil companies a reason to raide their prices. I want my candidate to fix this problem.

Here is fruit for thought I am a die hard democrate. But I will happily vote for Macain if Obama get Nominated, Not because his is black but because how he won his nomination.

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jb,omaha,NE — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:54:07 GMT

did she forgot that obama was competing with four white men,one latino man,and a white woman and the first state he was iowa,where there is not black population.obama is wining because he is a great canditate

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Brenda, Baltimore, MD — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:54:25 GMT

This race is for a person by people of the United States. White, Black, Whatever Color - I bet you are grateful for the parents who taught you about good and bad people and not black and white people. White people and black people have always had a common cause. The percentage is almost 50%. It is that percentage that makes some people angry. They didn't know.

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goldenstate — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:54:53 GMT

Everyone should lay off Geraldine Ferraro. The Obama camp is making a big deal out of nothing. I just love the way Obama is uniting the Democrats. Not! If he can't unite his own party, he sure won't unite the country. I think McCain will become the President because of the animosity between the Obama supporters and Hillary supporters. Republicans win again.

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Rockburry, CT — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:55:50 GMT

I believe that Barack is a great candidate
and I will probably vote for him if he is
the nominee. I have voted Republican in
the past.

There is a component of Barack's appeal
that synergizes with the rest of his
great attributes. He is a black man. It
synergizes with his campaign for change.
It provides an opportunity to vote for
a black candidate, which appeals to many.
It makes it more likely that he will
receive a large number of black votes.
It's the political version of the halo
effect.

Do I think that a white senator from Illinois,
with similar talents, but with very limited
experience in terms of years in Federal office,
would be able to attain the same level of success
as a candidate for change for president? I doubt
whether a white man, similarly situated, would even
attempt to run for president, let alone have the kind
of success that Barack has had. That's just obvious.
To say so, does not make it a racist comment.
It's a simple recognition of the reality of the synergy
that is at work for him.

Does Barack's race give him such an unfair advantage in
his run for president that one should decide not to vote
for him? Only if his race characteristic is over-shadowing
other attributes that make him unfit for the presidency, or
prevent a rational evaluation of his fitness for the
presidency because the halo effect is so strong.

I think Barack's lack of Federal experience is not an
attribute that makes him unfit for the presidency. And
I also think that people, for the most part, are able to
make a rational assessment of his qualities, even though
his halo effect, derived from his race, is pretty strong.

We have had similarly experienced young presidents in the
past that are comparable to Barack's experience level.

We have also had candidates in the past with very strong
halo effects. Kennedy, Carter, Clinton to name a few.

I think Ms. Ferraro is trying to say something similar to
what I have just said but unfortunately, she also said it
in the context of a comparison between racism and sexism.
And as St. Bonaventure once said, all comparisons are by
their nature, potentially diabolical. Hence the great
reaction to her remarks and the great potential for
misunderstanding. Not to mention the heat of a very
close political campaign.

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Jeff, NYC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:56:31 GMT

Here's a reality check people - the majority of your responses listed here are fraught with spelling errors and grammatically incorrect statements. This confirms what I've believed for years now: most Americans are so stupid they don't know their ass from a hole in the ground. So why would I (or any legitimate and experienced politician) think that the American public is capable of clearly understanding who the most qualified candidate is in this presidential race?

To be honest, I've never been a big fan of Hillary Clinton. However, I do recognize that she is an extremely intelligent person and by far the most qualified candidate in this race. Do your homework people, Hillary began her political career in Washington, D.C. after graduating from law school long before Bill was President or even Governor of Arkansas. Hillary's experience far outweighs that of Obama and when it comes to foreign policy Obama has none, Hillary has already been there.

And if you people read the headlines on a daily basis, you'll know that our "wonderful" media already has this country in a recession. Think about that and keep in mind the how well the economy performed during Bill's administration.

This is not a popularity contest - this is a serious election for the office of the President of the United States. We need to elect the most qualified candidate in this race who will best lead this country to a safe and prosperous future. I have no doubt that among the candidates we have in this race now, Hillary Clinton (like her or not) is by far our best choice.

PS - Get off Ferraro's back! She is an admirable person who has the intelligence, guts, and experience to recognize the truth and call it like it is. How many of you have accomplished as much in your life as she has?

Educate yourselves, seek the truth and make the most informed choice when it comes time to vote.

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Sharon, Minneapolis,MN — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:56:37 GMT

Sexism is a bigger problem," Ferraro argued. "It's OK to be sexist in some people's minds. It's not OK to be racist."

In a situation like this I always say ask a black women....we deal with both Sexism and racial issues. Trust ME when I tell you that Racism is a bigger problem!! Please don't try to walk in size 8 shoes when you are size 10, thank you

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Chuck, Seabrook, TX — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:57:01 GMT

I want to set "working men read this" straight. Obama has sponsered 129 bills since 2004, of which 120 haven't made it out of committie and 1 has been enacted. Rated poor by his fellow Democrat Senators. Obama has co-sponsered 551 bills in the same time period. Rated average by his peers. In Illinois Obama co-sponsered anything that wasn't moving.

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Tony — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:57:20 GMT

Geraldine, Geraldine....Beam yourself back to the 20th century where you belong! You have done the Democratic Party and Hillary a great disservice. You have singlehandedly, by your unnecessary race-baiting remarks shed light on the latent racist leanings of the Clinton handlers and by extension (even if untrue) Hillary herself.

We are seeing the most incredible political phenomenon in American history. A viable candidate Black man, Barrack Obama, with real ideas who has caught the imagination of the electorate on both sides, black and white and one who appeals to every age and gender. We also see in Hillary Clinton a worthy candidate who is a white woman with high intelligence who also is carrying a sizable number of delegates, though Obama leads her by over 100 delegates. The historicity of this moment is staggeringly tantalizing! America seems poised to leap ahead politically and idiologically, (as witnessed by the very broad spectrum of voters white, black, Hispanic and Asians favoring Obama over Clinton) while leaving the past political posturing and mean spirited politics as usual of the Republican party behind. Wake up America, wake up Democrats support the candidate of your choice, but don't let this insipid in-fighting allow McCain and his ilk to keep control of the white House and hence the government! Haven't we suffered enough under the miscreant who now occupies the Oval Office long enough? Do we dare allow all this shameful name calling, race card playing folderol to allow another Republican though a far cry better than the spoiled know nothing, do nothing pin-head we now have to slip in? No! We must close ranks and do whatever it takes to keep that political dinosaur out!

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No Name — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:58:23 GMT

Are you guys serious, being black is not a disease or a choice. This entire Hillary campaign has been about one insult after another. Is that what we really want as a president? I am Black and Female and I am not voting for Hillary because, I have no idea how she is going to accomplish anything. I am voting for Obama because he stands for morals and integrity. Even after Hillary has run his name in the dirt, he has said nothing back; for him can I say the many scandals on the 1900s, or the fact that she was one of the top executives in the Wal-Mart scandal that left many women without jobs or sexually harassed. Maybe because, as much as I want to believe that race matters, I am sadden to see that it still does. All I can do is pray for your hearts to be softened and hope for a better tomorrow. By the way, polls also say the Hillary is winning because she is a woman, many educated white males vote for Obama. With that I wish you a peace in your hearts and give this race to God!

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Mark H. Tucson, AZ — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:58:36 GMT

It has nary a thing to do with color but honesty. The Clintons lie. Dishonesty is not cool!

I was undecided between Obama and Clinton until last week. I saw ABC World News January. I saw Bill Clinton, flat-out LIE. Clinton said: "Obama says since 1992, the Republicans have had all the good ideas."

Obama never said this. ABC World News showed what Obama really said:

"In recent years, the Republicans have had a few good ideas... economically speaking."

^NOT the same words. "All" vs "a few" are not the same! Based on that I can no longer trust the Clintons. I am no idiot. I can spot a lie when I see one.

Last weekend I asked a friend who’s wife was a Hillary FANatic just four months ago. I asked him what she thinks now. He said, “NO WAY!” I asked him why. He said they were watching her on TV recently and they saw her, “whine, whine, whine.” He added, “no way could someone that whines so much be capable of running the country.”

Wow! She was a huge Hillary fan in November.
GO OBAMA!!!!!!!

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PANNY, Decatur, GA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:59:48 GMT

Wow, this has gotten interesting. I am a black Female over 40 and Clinton had my vote until she really started opening her mouth and that of her husband Bill's. And now I am only voting for Obama because I am black please!`My vote along with countless other black voters help put her sorry ass cheating husband in office not once but twice, only because he was a Democratic. Such a shame, just quit already while your not ahead, and leave the race, you've gone as far as you can, and please put old girl Geri back in the home where she belong, because she has lost her ever loving mind.

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Black women for Clinton, Atlanta, GA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 01:59:53 GMT

On a world stage, I think Clinton has the greatest potential to bring about change. There are greater innate differences between women and men than blacks and whites, and thus greater differences in their leadership styles. Besides being qualified for the job, Clinton's very presence, as the FEMALE leader of the most powerful country in the world, will change the international dynamic altogether. Obama is "the hope and the dream of the slave" as Maya Angelou writes in Still I Rise. Clinton is the promise of a better tomorrow for not only America, but for the millions of women and girls around the world. Now that inspires me - to see the sun rise on the day when we can hear "Madam President" and NOT be watching a movie! That's change I can believe in.

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A.Hardin,Dallas — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:02:39 GMT

This is ridiculous! Neither one of them is ready to be President. I wouldn't vote for Hilary just because she is a woman nor would I vote for Barack Hussein Obama if I was black just because he is. Yet, millions of Americans are voting for Barak Hussein Obama to be their candidate for president, the man who says in his book, Audacity of Hope: "I will stand with the Muslims should the political winds shift in an ugly direction." He says he is not Muslim but yet he stated his sole support for them in his book. Obama's best-selling book, "The Audacity of Hope," takes its title from one of the Rev. Jeremiah A. Wright's sermons. Obama preaches on the campaign trail that America needs a new consensus based on faith and bipartisanship, yet he continues to attend a controversial Chicago church whose pastor routinely refers to "white arrogance" and "the United States of White America." and preaches hate toward the Jewish people. In fact, Obama was in attendance at the church when these statements were made on July 22 and he nodded in agreement. Obama has spoken and written of his special relationship with his pastor and he first seeks his advice on all important decisions. The National Journal has ranked Obama the most liberal senator for 2007. Obama is a master at seeming to appeal to all sides. But his voting record makes it clear he is a doctrinaire liberal who sees minorities as victims and the government as the solution to all problems — except when it comes to protecting us from terrorist attacks. Americans can fear for their lives and those of their families if he is elected and if it is Hilary, it's just more of the same old Clinton ways and I've heard "rumors" about her sexuality. I would vote for someone who shares my values and ideas no matter what race or sex they are. I vote for the person, not the party. I'm not particularly wild about McCain either but we have few choices this time and I wouldn't want Bush back either. The Democrats want people to be victims and depend on the government for help. If people helped themselves and got off government programs then the Democrats would lose their core voting groups to vote for them. There is nothing wrong with receiving help when you need it but one needs to learn to help themselves and not depend on government handouts all the time. The Democrat party is not what it used to be in my parents day. Now it is just a liberal campground. The Republicans have their own faults. They need a 3rd party that would be taken seriously. Campaign promises do not matter because once they get elected they do what they want anyway. May God have mercy on America

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Kevin Caldwell, Edgewood, Md. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:02:59 GMT

OH PLEASE!knock it off, If OBAMA were WHITE we all would be waiting for NOVEMBER to to get here,so we could see him win with 90% of the vote. It does'nt matter who your party is,your race,your sex,or what financial situation is.We all like that warm feeling that he leaves in OUR HEARTS after he speaks,you all have seen the terrible things that has happened over the past 16yrs. But you won't look back and remember only because of the COLOR OF HIS SKIN,is this sick or what?? "SOME PEOPLES CHILDREN"

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Deano, Sacramento — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:03:12 GMT

No, Clinton isn't bipolar, she suffers from MPD, Multiple Personality Disorder

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Dominique Sanchez — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:03:19 GMT

Not only H. Clinton has no problem with having on her team the wife of a business man tainted with fraud, but she also has no problem with Geraldine Ferraro's racism. I am a 59 years old white woman who strongly supports Obama, not because of the color of his skin, but because I know he is the best candidate for the Presidency.

G. Ferraro proves that Samantha Powers's comment was largely understated.

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Shtuey — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:03:40 GMT

" 'Sexism is a bigger problem,' Ferraro argued. 'It's OK to be sexist in some people's minds. It's not OK to be racist.'"

Chris Matthews and the rest of the idiots at MSNBC have proven that statement true every single day of this campaign.

Let me illustrate the point in terms that even Obamamites will understand.

Online you can buy a Hillary nut cracker that cracks nuts between its legs. But I haven't seen anyone selling a Barack Obama lawn jockey.

On this blog I have seen posters call Hillary a whore, bitch, witch, and worse. On several occasions I've seen posts telling her to, "Get back on your broomstick and fly back to Oz."

Now if I said Barack Obama should harness his mule and go back to his 40 acres and pick cotton what would the reaction be? You know exactly what it would be.

I believe it was John Lennon who sang, "Woman is the nigger of the world."

Anyone going to call John Lennon a racist?

Post this Chuck. I dare you.

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Sa, Santa Rosa, CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:04:27 GMT

This woman has no idea what is going on in contemporary America. No wonder she supports Hillary Clinton.

She also might try buying a newer book on sexism, say... something from Elaine Showalter or even GASP Judith Butler. She could get really nutty and try Arundhati Roy on for size.

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Georgia — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:04:43 GMT

Well I guess she forgot the fact that Obama is also white man too.

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Wm., Schererville — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:06:39 GMT

Geri is simply stating the obvious. Look at most white male politicians and the years and years they have to put in before they can be considered presidential. The GOP practically waits till their nominee is in the grave before he's qualified. It is a delusion to think that either Hillary or Obama would be where they are but for a few twists of history combined with one's gender and the other's race. Still in order to take advantage of the opportunity, one must have the talent. Geri's frustration is that she believes that the media doesn't focus on whether there is real talent within Obama, but instead looks for character flaws in Hillary - that apply only because she is a woman.

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dissapointed woman,rock hill,sc — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:06:55 GMT

This is prime example of why Barack is the candidate of choice. When every white male candidate got votes from other white males, were they voting for them simply because they were a white male? Are white women voting for Hilary for the same reason? The record stands for itself. As a long time Clinton supporter and a black middle class corporate woman, this is a slap in the face. Never once has Obama used his race as factor to win black votes or any other votes. This is insulting to me because Geraldine is implying that we are too ignorant to choose a candidate based on qualifications. When Jesse Jackson ran for president, I didn't see black people breaking their necks to vote for him. Why? Because we were smart enough to know that he wasn't the best man for the job. Give us benefit of the doubt. I'm glad to see that this election has allowed everyone's true "colors" to shine through. This just validates the many reasons why neither Geraldine nor Hilary will ever be president. As for you Geraldine, I have always had the utmost respect for you as a woman and a politician. As a small girl, I can remember your campaign and how proud that I was to see a woman in the running for the most prestigous job in the world. I felt that same pride for Hilary as she stood solid as a rock as first lady of our country and what seemed to be a role model for women and girls everywhere. Today I can honestly say that I am saddened and embarassed by you both. You have just allowed this woman to seal your political fate and you have offended people. For the record,people are ready for a new day. Barack has proven that.

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Hazel, Florala, Alabama — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:07:13 GMT

Obama is as much a white man as he is a black man. Genetically, he might be more of a white man than a black man. His racial genetics really don't matter. What does matter is that he is a man, and he is an intelligent man, and he is a man who is capable of leading this country, and he is the man who can beat McCain.

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Carol — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:08:30 GMT

I think that this is just a campaign ploy. Before the Texas primary one of Hillary's organizers said that the the Hispanics would never vote for a black man because when blacks had the numbers, they did not support hispanic causes. This was a signal to hispanics not to vote for Obama.
This issue is just laying the ground work for Pensylvania where Hillary thinks that they can win by making race an issue. Many analysts point to the "fact" that most of middle Pensylvania is Alabama in the North. I don't know how true this is but that is what Clinton is banking on.
I am an Obama surporter and I have a white father and black mother so I am considered black which shows where we are on the racial issue.
I suspect that Clinton's plan is to make sure that if she looses the nomination, Obama will be so beaten up that he looses the general election. The democratic party will loose in November and we have Clinton's antics to thank for that.

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Jmp, Northern MN — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:09:03 GMT

I'm starting to see a pattern:

Bill Clinton--makes racist statement.
Hillary--DOES NOTHING.

Gov. Rendell--makes racist statement.
Hillary--DOES NOTHING.

Gloria Steinem--makes racist statement.
Hillary--DOES NOTHING.

Geraldine Ferraro--makes racist statement.
Hillary--DOES NOTHING.

The response to ALL of these MONSTROSITIES should be:
DENOUNCE & REJECT.
Yet to all of them:
HILLARY DOES NOTHING.

The LACK of action, along with the pattern shown, equals ABSOLUTE COMPLICITY BY HRC.

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ron, seattle wa — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:09:22 GMT

anyone other than hillary would have been out of the race after super tuesday. her campaign has become all spin all the time and is now spinning out of control.

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priscilla bowers, westlake, la. 70669 — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:09:32 GMT

white men have had the sole custudy of presidency up till now. Agreed? Change is what we need. I thought that meant get the Republicans out of office, but fast! Now we have two candidates one half breed and the other a woman, there is further differences. One has been born with balls the other, she had to grow hers, I'm 84yrs old and I know most of women had to do this. Geri, you are right we women haven't got our rights in this good old country. Lets clean the slate, GO HILLARY

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Ray Atlanta Ga — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:09:32 GMT

Who is Barack Hussein Obama?
Father a black Muslim from Keyna mother Ann Dunham a white Atheist from Kansas.
Obama was two when his parents divorced. At six the family relocated to Indonesia where Obama attended a Muslim school in Jakarta which was a Wahabi" school.
Wahabism is the RADICAL teaching that is followed by the Muslim terrorists waging jihad against the western world.
Very important when Barack Hussein Obama was sworn into office he did not use the Bible but the Koran.
Muslims are taught that it is alright to lie to achive there goals.

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paula trevizo palm desert ca — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:09:38 GMT

what are we suppose to do treat this so call black person with tender loving care after last week he was patinted in a picture as to black now its a woman attacking his color i say get the hell out of the race and go home!!!!!! mad as hell i wont take this

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Julie Myers, Kansas City, MO — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:10:41 GMT

Uh, I am a white woman who voted for Obama. What would Ferraro say about that? She, and others, are pretending as though the ONLY people voting for Barack are black. It's the rhetorical equivalent of disenfranchisement.

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RICKI RYLAND — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:12:48 GMT

ALL FURTHER PROOF THAT ITS THE DEMS WHO ARE THE SEXIST AND RACIST BIGOTS...!!!

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James, London, UK — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:14:04 GMT

Why is it that you won't publish a single one of my posts? This is censorship and I STRONGLY object. And no, don't post this one. Post one of the others I posted earlier please. Why do you make us go through this if you aren't going to publish what some of us write? It's no secret that you back Hillary to the hilt.

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Granny, Maryland — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:14:26 GMT

Gerri, Gerri, Gerri! Thank GOD you never got elected. It only goes to show what Hillary's game plan is for PA. Let's see, OK Gerri we will sacrifice you just so we can play the race card in PA and most likely FL as well. Hillary you know why it took you so long....to respond to all this trash, because you are trying to throw the whole house now to stop the NEXT PRESIDENT of these United States. I am a black woman who voted for Bill twice!! It had nothing to do with Bill being a white man only to do with the FACT that i felt he was qualified for the job. I would never vote for Hillary because being the first lady does NOT give you presidential experience it only gave you the opportunity to decide what to pack and wear so you could look good during Bill's trips as first lady.
Hillary stop throwing stones because you live in a very big glass house so if Obama remains a gentleman and not throw stones your way the Republican's will! It is really interesting how you can dish it out but can't take it, OH, I forgot you just love rolling in the mud. Gerri stop threating Obama's campaign because we don't need you and never will when it comes to fundraising for Sen. Barack Obama. Let me just go and make a donation right now just to prove my point! Over 1 million donors verse you? There is no way we need a cent from you and folks like you EVER!! I will tell you what you can do with your fundraising, give it to McCain he's the one looking for donation's right now not Obama.

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Nicholas: Milligan — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:15:33 GMT

['In all honesty, do you think that if he were a white male, there would be a reason for the black community to get excited for a historic first?' Ferraro said.]
--As she went on to push the historic first woman President that would be Hillary Clinton!

--I'm a white male (relatively objective party--beholden to neither side), and going to a college with 52% women and 16% racial minorities (combined), ummmm, I'd say the racial minorities have it tougher. This is one example of many, many.

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M Green, Mount Prospect, IL — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:15:40 GMT

Can someone please let "Geraldine Ferraro" know that Crack Kills....Wake up lady this is 2008...

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Conn — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:15:48 GMT

Is it any wonder that Gerry made this comment just in advance of the Mississippi primary? Cleary the Clintons are trying to bring racism into the campaign where it will do them the most good.

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Jerry L, Richmond, VA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:17:17 GMT

Day after day it saddens me that we are still a fear-driven species, relying on the energies of anger and hatred to survive, instead of harnessing the energies that come from realizing and really understanding that we are ONE race - human - and that we can and must depend on each other to build a better future for our children.

What's my point? Hillary Clinton is qualified to be President; so is Barack Obama. That's why it's a close campaign. Geraldine Ferraro got a raw deal; if she's a little bitter, who can blame her? She does make valid points, if not taken out of context and out of proportion.

Choose your candidate and support him/her in a POSITIVE way. The best thing you can do to counteract negative statements is to use positive ones. "You can have a much better effect on people by petting your own dog in public than you can by kicking someone else's".

By the way, I support Hillary but, if Barack gets the nomination, I will support him just as strongly.

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Awan On, Kailua-kona, Hi — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:17:42 GMT

The subject of sexism and racism is hog wash. We have
many people with that perception but I do not see this compaign that way. MS. G.F. should keep out of this election year and all to follow. I am a Rep. and
I will be voting for Obama. I have read what Sen. Obama have done in Congress until the present. Compare to Clinton's twenty (20) Sponsored/passed Bills in six (6) years versus Obama's Sponsored 152 bills and co-sponsored 427 bills only in his first
year. Obama has written 890 bills that is in committee and co-sponsored 1096 others in this short stay as a senator. Impressive? H-yes, while I envision his commitment to working hard and getting things done, thats the kind of President I want in office. Senate, Ref: web: "homas.loc.gov".

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Rebecca, Las Vegas NV — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:18:09 GMT

Black voters do not constitute a majority in this country. Yet Obama has won a majority of the states, a majority of the popular vote and a majority of the delegates. Jesse Jackson did not manage to do that and he's black. So how does this make any sense? It doesn't.

I am a 54 year old white woman and Ferraro is exactly the kind of hysterical female who did the most harm to the feminist movement. The other stereotype that hurt us was the women who achieved positions of power via the men they were involved with, like Hillary Clinton. And don't try to call that sexism. She would never have reached where she is now without the political clout accumulated by her husband and that is an undeniable fact. The smell test for feminism is what have you accomplished on your own? And Hillary fails that miserably.

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Roman, Philadelphia, PA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:18:22 GMT

Unbelievable, they are committing murder suicide. She injected race into this campaign, she is playing identity politic and the Clintons are all too happy to play along. I am sickened by this spin and these transparent attempts to play to the racist vote. If it works I will happily vote for McCain over Clinton, Democratic party be damned. Another white voter for Obama.

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arnold toledo oh — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:18:49 GMT

Thats it I am done. Hillary get rid of her she has just made me a racist bu association with you. Get rid of her denounce her and move on. If you dont I will not send you annother dime!

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sbc, san diego, ca — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:19:50 GMT

Geraldine Ferraro and the Hillary Clinton campaign are examples of the worst aspects of American politics. Is this what we want representing our country? And, if anyone is a beneficiary of affirmative action, it's Geraldine Ferraro. There is no way she would have been on a presidential ticket back in 1984 if she was not a woman.

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Nate Robinson, Washinton DC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:21:41 GMT

Whitewater, Vince Foster, Susan McDougal, Selling
sleepovers in the White House, the Congress both
houses lost, Jim Guy Tucker indicted, money normally
spent for VP Gore to be Prez, spent for Hillary to be
NY Senator, Ken Starr, Impeachment, Monica, Hillary's
not from NY. The only thing the Clintons really care about is the Clintons. They are for them at all costs,
by any means necessary.

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Kevin Caldwell, Edgewood, Md. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:22:24 GMT

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Lauren, NJ — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:22:46 GMT

And this coming from the campaign of a woman who is married and was 'co-president'(thats laughable in itself) to the first 'Black' president! Give me a fricking break! Before these primaries even began Clinton was favored over Obama within the black vote. It wasnt until Bill Clinton's comments in SC, that the blck vote shifted.

On top of that, both Gore and Kerry, WHITE MEN, won over 90 PERCENT of the Black vote!!

I suggest Hillary Clnton takes that shovel out of Mrs. Ferraro hands before she takes her campaign 6ft deep.

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Randy, East Stroudsburg,PA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:23:13 GMT

What is everyone in such a twist about? The woman has a right to her oppinion, nobody says you have to agree with her. And as far as words being harmful? I say only if you let them; remember, sticks and stones.... . As far as the canidates go, everyone has done their share of mud-slinging. All canidates do in every election. So who really cares what Geraldine Ferraro thinks or has to say? Ignore her, and all others (Oprah, George Clooney, etc.) who are not running for anything and hope that the canidates actually begin to focus more on the problems that are facing our country. I don't know about anyone else, but I'm more concerned with the war, the economy, and affordable health care (among other things) then what Geraldine Ferraro or anyone not running for president has to say. Let the canidates tell us what they plan to do about these problems, and stop fretting about if someone is black or a woman. I'm not sure who I'm going to vote for yet, but when I do, it will be based on these issues and not race or sex. And if everyone else would do the same thing, we might just elect the right PERSON who can start pulling us all out of this current mess.

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jo green, Tallahassee, FL — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:25:20 GMT

A lot of women do not care for Hillary - never did! He is not helping her now, either. But, I must admit, she has a point about the RED PHONE... He can back her up with HIS experience. Remember? "Get two for the price of one." Don't forget the "First Gentleman.." Another FIRST. Are we ready for that? jg FL

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Bison Adams, Washington, D.C. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:26:56 GMT

I am a black man- and a proud one. I was poised and ready to vote for Hillary.However, there was another choice and upon examining and contrasting their apparent positons on issues an ideals, I chose Obama over her. My decision was based on an educated analysis of issues and not race. Many times people assume and assess and attribute other peoples actions based on their own narrow-minded thinking. Unfortunately Ferraro has aligned herself along the path of ignorance. As a country we are about to take a historical leap. We'll either elect the first woman, the first black man or, the first chameleon (is McCain democrat-independent-or republican???)...Either way we're a long way from an irrelevant Geraldine Ferraro!!! She perhaps may not be rasist (no my burden to prove) but she's not too bright either!

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Ash, Bloomington, IN — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:28:46 GMT

Geraldine Ferraro is a hypocrite. How dare she act like a victim of sexism and spew racist retoric at the same time. Throughout the entire history of this nation, every president has been a white male. And the first moment a black candidate (or a female candidate, for that matter) has a legimate shot at winning the presidency, the assumption is that they must be some sort of affirmative-action charity case. It couldn't possibly be that they are incredibly inspiring or qualified or a GOOD LEADER with a clean record, strong platform, and an effective campaign. Oh no, that can't be it at all. It must be that the American people are shallow and base their votes entirely on the color of the candidate's skin. Well, Geraldine, not everyone is a bigot like you.
But her attacks on Obama aren't just a sign of ignorance and racial bias; they are a sign of fear. It's sour grapes. It's the last desparate act of a person who knows they are going to lose and responds by undermining their opponent's victory.

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Johnny Rotten — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:29:35 GMT

Uh? why does Ferraro even have a pulpit here?
because she's a woman.

I don't get her point. If she's saying that natural law is that many white men should have their shot at running in a primary, and any women and black men are aberrations that should be scrutinized for "why", well okay, that's an interesting opinion.

Soon it will be "the only reason he's in the race is because he's gay..if he was hetero, he wouldn't have a
shot".

How about more realistically "The only reason they're
in the race is because people give them lots of money. The whole political thing is about money"

I mean the only reason Hillary rose to power is she didn't dump her husband after he got a free blow job.
Why not harp on that?

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Alonzo, Columbus,Ohio — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:30:21 GMT

Over all I am happy reading the above comments. It shows that most of those who have made comments are intelligent people. The one question I have is with the people who imply that Obama is only winning because of the black vote. Do they not realize that most of his votes have come from white people? They are scaring me.

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Nat Turner Hussein X — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:33:28 GMT

Check Politico for the 1988 version of her comments with Jesse Jackson in the Obama. Yes, I said 1988.

Once a bigot, always a bigot. So women are allowed to vote for a woman simply because she is a woman without being accused of playing the "gender" card? If that were the case, Ferraro should have been VP already.

Black is the original B*tch

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Lida Simpson Fayetteville, Arkansas — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:33:53 GMT

All political candidates emerge within the context of history. Hillary is the legitimate offspring of the feminist movement as Barak is of the black civil rights movement. It is not racist for Ferraro to speak to this fact or give an honest analysis. And I agree with her that sexism is still the far more restrictive force in our culture. Another point to consider: women of the feminist movement sought unity with the black civil rights movement and were rejected, much as Clinton has offered the olive branch to Obama and has been snubbed. Know your history. All hats are off now and I say go Hillary go. And don't make Obama a second offer.

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SHIRLEY AR. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:36:49 GMT

NO MATTER HOW YOU OBAMAITES WANT TO SPIN THIS IT IS THE UNVARNISHED TRUTH!!!!
THIS HAS BEEN THE MOST DIVISIVE BUNCH OF PEOPLE IN THE MEDIA AND ON THE BLOGS I HAVE EVER SEEN. AND I HAVE SEEN A LOT.
THE DOUBLE STANDARDS ARE QUITE COMPELLING. THE PRESS, THE BLOGS, THE MEDIA HAVE ALL LIED, MOCKED,
MADE FUN OF HILLARY, CALLED HER A RACIEST, SAID SHE IS PLAYING THE GENDER CARD. AND ACCUSED HER OF ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING THEY CAN DREDGE UP.
ON THE OTHER HAND, IF OBAMA DOES THE MOCKING, THATS ALRIGHT. IF OBAMA CRYS OUT ABOUT THE CLINTON CAMP PICKING ON HIM. THATS O.K. IF HE SITS BUY AND DOES NOTHING ABOUT THE RACIEST ATTACKS THE MEDIA IS ACCUSING HILLARY OF, WELL, THATS O.K TOO.
IF HE USES THE RACE CARD IN SLY UNDER HANDED KINDS OF WAYS. IF HE IMPLIES THAT YOU HAVE TO TREAT HER DIFFERENTLY BECAUSE SHE IS A WOMAN. THATS OK.
IT IS LIKE WHITE PEOPLE ARE NOT SUPPOSED TO LET OBAMA KNOW HE IS A BLACK MAN. I DIDN'T THINK IT WAS A SECRET. HE WOULD NOT BE WHERE HE IS RIGHT NOW IF HE WERE NOT BLACK BECAUSE BY NOW A WHITE MAN WOULD HAVE HAD TO EXPLAIN WHAT THEY WERE PLANNING TO DO AFTER THE FANCY SPEECHES GOT HIM TO THE WHITE HOUSE.
ALL OF THIS JUNK THAT IS THROWN AT HILLARY EVERYDAY IS MORE THAN MOST OF US COULD TAKE. I REALLY DO NOT BELIEVE OBAMA WOULD STILL BE HANGING IN THERE LIKE HILLARY HAS DONE. SHE NOT ONLY IS THE SMARTEST, BUT SHE IS THE TOUGHEST LADY I HAVE EVER SEEN.
CHRIS MATTHEWS SAID SHE WOULD NOT BE WHERE SHE IS NOW IF BILL CLINTON HAD NOT BEEN PRESIDENT. WELL THERES A LOT OF PEOPLE IN ARKANSAS WHO WOULD DIFFER WITH YOU ON THAT. MY COUSIN, A HIGH SCHOOL PRINCIPAL SAID IN 1997 THAT HE WOULD LIKE TO SEE HER RUN FOR PRESIDENT. HE BELIEVED SHE WAS READY FOR THE JOB AT THAT TIME.
I KNOW SHE IS THE BEST QUALIFIED FOR THE JOB. I'M SORRY RACE HAS TO PLAY A PART IN IT. BUT ANYONE KNOWS THAT HE WOULD NOT BE GETTING SO MUCH OF THE BLACK VOTE IF HE WERE NOT BLACK. THAT IS NOT A RACIAL SLUR, THAT IS A HARD FACT. OBAMAS CAMP CAN SAY THAT HILLARY'S CAN'T
DOUBLE SYANDARD-----YOU BET!!!!

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Jeni, ME — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:37:18 GMT

Thank you, Geraldine Ferraro, for speaking truth about sexism, and for speaking with such clarity about the campaigns. Sexism is such a part of our social fabric that most people don't even see it!! We are MUCH more comfortable talking about racism, it seems. Hillary Clinton has been held to a much higher standard in this race for the nomination, than has Barack Obama, and the Obama campaign is subtly demonizing Clinton. It is sad that some twist and misinterpret your comments as racist -- it seems that a strong, capable woman leader is so frightening and incomprehensible to many Americans, that they overlook the passion, dedication and competence Hillary Clinton would bring to this Presidency.

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Nara, Toronto, — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:37:19 GMT

80% of black Americans, is that many? What is the population of black Americans in the States? 10%?
even less than Latinos, right?

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James McCurdy Lakeland,Florida — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:38:16 GMT

I have a couple problems with obama, one his wife and second the fact that obama has a close friend or friends that hate white people and believes they should all be dead. Do you want a president who pals around with a guy like Farakan? Also he is a junior senator and as close as this race is he should step back and take Hillaries proposal and 4 yrs from now if he keeps his nose clean and his wife's mouth shut he would be welcomed with open arms and possibly win with a large landslide of votes. No disrespect to him but check this out on his wife.

------Subject: Michelle Obama's America -- And Mine By Michelle Malkin February 20, 2008]

Like Michelle Obama, I am a "woman of color." Like Michelle Obama, I am a working mother of two young children. Like Michelle Obama, I am a member of the 13th generation of Americans born since the founding of our great nation.

Unlike Michelle Obama, I can't keep track of the number of times I've been proud -- really proud -- of my country since I was born and privileged to live in it.

At a speech in Milwaukee this week on behalf of her husband's Democratic presidential campaign, Mrs. Obama remarked, "For the first time in my adult lifetime, I am really proud of my country, and not just because Barack has done well, but because I think people are hungry for change."

Mrs. Obama's statement was met with warm applause from other Barack supporters who have apparently also been devoid of pride in their country for their adult lifetimes. Or maybe it was just a Pavlovian response to the word "change." What a sad, empty, narcissistic, ungrateful, unthinking lot.

I'm just seven years younger than Mrs. Obama. We've grown up and lived in the same era. And yet, her self-absorbed attitude is completely foreign to me. What planet is she living on? Since when was now the only time the American people have ever been "hungry for change"? Michelle, ma belle, Barack is not the center of the universe. Newsflash: The Obamas did not invent "change" any more than Hillary invented "leadership" or John McCain invented "straight talk."

We were both adults when the Berlin Wall fell, Michelle. That was earth-shattering change.

We've lived through two decades' worth of peaceful, if contentious election cycles under the rule of law, which have brought about "change" and upheaval, both good and bad.

We were adults through several launches of the space shuttle, in case you were snoozing. And as adults, we've witnessed and benefited from dizzyingly rapid advances in technology, communications, science and medicine pioneered by American entrepreneurs who yearned to change the world and succeeded. You want "change"? Go ask the patients whose lives have been improved and extended by American pharmaceutical companies that have flourished under the best economic system in the world.

If American ingenuity, a robust constitutional republic and the fall of communism don't do it for you, hon, then how about American heroism and sacrifice?

How about every Memorial Day? Every Veterans Day? Every Independence Day? Every Medal of Honor ceremony? Has she never attended a welcome home ceremony for the troops?

For me, there's the thrill of the Blue Angels roaring over cloudless skies. And the somber awe felt amid the hallowed waters that surround the sunken U.S.S. Arizona at the Pearl Harbor memorial.

Every naturalization ceremony I've attended, where hundreds of new Americans raised their hands to swear an oath of allegiance to this land of liberty, has been a moment of pride for me. So have the awesome displays of American compassion at home and around the world. When millions of Americans rallied to help victims of the 2004 tsunami in Southeast Asia -- including members of the U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group that sped from Hong Kong to assist survivors -- my heart filled with pride. It did again when the citizens of Houston opened their arms to Hurricane Katrina victims and folks across the country rushed to their churches, and Salvation Army and Red Cross offices to volunteer.

How about American resilience? Does that not make you proud? Only a heart of stone could be unmoved by the strength, valor and determination displayed in New York, Washington, D.C., and Shanksville, Pa., on September 11, 2001.

I believe it was Michael Kinsley who quipped that a gaffe is when a politician tells the truth. In this case, it's what happens when an elite Democratic politician's wife says what a significant portion of the party's base really believes to be the truth: America is more a source of shame than pride.

Michelle Obama has achieved enormous professional success, political influence and personal acclaim in America. Ivy League-educated, she's been lauded by Essence magazine as one of the 25 World's Most Inspiring Women; by Vanity Fair as one of the 10 World's Best-Dressed Women; and named one of "The Harvard 100" most influential alumni. She has had an amazingly blessed life. But you wouldn't know it from her campaign rhetoric and her griping about her and her husband's student loans.

For years, we've heard liberals get offended at any challenge to their patriotism. And so they are again aggrieved and rising to explain away Mrs. Obama's remarks.

Like Lady Macbeth, Lady Michelle and her defenders protest too much.

---------

Michelle Malkin is author of "Unhinged: Exposing Liberals Gone Wild." Her e-mail address is malkinblog@gmail.com.

------Subject: Michelle Obama's America -- And Mine By Michelle Malkin February 20, 2008]

Like Michelle Obama, I am a "woman of color." Like Michelle Obama, I am a working mother of two young children. Like Michelle Obama, I am a member of the 13th generation of Americans born since the founding of our great nation.

Unlike Michelle Obama, I can't keep track of the number of times I've been proud -- really proud -- of my country since I was born and privileged to live in it.

At a speech in Milwaukee this week on behalf of her husband's Democratic presidential campaign, Mrs. Obama remarked, "For the first time in my adult lifetime, I am really proud of my country, and not just because Barack has done well, but because I think people are hungry for change."

Mrs. Obama's statement was met with warm applause from other Barack supporters who have apparently also been devoid of pride in their country for their adult lifetimes. Or maybe it was just a Pavlovian response to the word "change." What a sad, empty, narcissistic, ungrateful, unthinking lot.

I'm just seven years younger than Mrs. Obama. We've grown up and lived in the same era. And yet, her self-absorbed attitude is completely foreign to me. What planet is she living on? Since when was now the only time the American people have ever been "hungry for change"? Michelle, ma belle, Barack is not the center of the universe. Newsflash: The Obamas did not invent "change" any more than Hillary invented "leadership" or John McCain invented "straight talk."

We were both adults when the Berlin Wall fell, Michelle. That was earth-shattering change.

We've lived through two decades' worth of peaceful, if contentious election cycles under the rule of law, which have brought about "change" and upheaval, both good and bad.

We were adults through several launches of the space shuttle, in case you were snoozing. And as adults, we've witnessed and benefited from dizzyingly rapid advances in technology, communications, science and medicine pioneered by American entrepreneurs who yearned to change the world and succeeded. You want "change"? Go ask the patients whose lives have been improved and extended by American pharmaceutical companies that have flourished under the best economic system in the world.

If American ingenuity, a robust constitutional republic and the fall of communism don't do it for you, hon, then how about American heroism and sacrifice?

How about every Memorial Day? Every Veterans Day? Every Independence Day? Every Medal of Honor ceremony? Has she never attended a welcome home ceremony for the troops?

For me, there's the thrill of the Blue Angels roaring over cloudless skies. And the somber awe felt amid the hallowed waters that surround the sunken U.S.S. Arizona at the Pearl Harbor memorial.

Every naturalization ceremony I've attended, where hundreds of new Americans raised their hands to swear an oath of allegiance to this land of liberty, has been a moment of pride for me. So have the awesome displays of American compassion at home and around the world. When millions of Americans rallied to help victims of the 2004 tsunami in Southeast Asia -- including members of the U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group that sped from Hong Kong to assist survivors -- my heart filled with pride. It did again when the citizens of Houston opened their arms to Hurricane Katrina victims and folks across the country rushed to their churches, and Salvation Army and Red Cross offices to volunteer.

How about American resilience? Does that not make you proud? Only a heart of stone could be unmoved by the strength, valor and determination displayed in New York, Washington, D.C., and Shanksville, Pa., on September 11, 2001.

I believe it was Michael Kinsley who quipped that a gaffe is when a politician tells the truth. In this case, it's what happens when an elite Democratic politician's wife says what a significant portion of the party's base really believes to be the truth: America is more a source of shame than pride.

Michelle Obama has achieved enormous professional success, political influence and personal acclaim in America. Ivy League-educated, she's been lauded by Essence magazine as one of the 25 World's Most Inspiring Women; by Vanity Fair as one of the 10 World's Best-Dressed Women; and named one of "The Harvard 100" most influential alumni. She has had an amazingly blessed life. But you wouldn't know it from her campaign rhetoric and her griping about her and her husband's student loans.

For years, we've heard liberals get offended at any challenge to their patriotism. And so they are again aggrieved and rising to explain away Mrs. Obama's remarks.

Like Lady Macbeth, Lady Michelle and her defenders protest too much.

---------

Michelle Malkin is author of "Unhinged: Exposing Liberals Gone Wild." Her e-mail address is malkinblog@gmail.com.

------Subject: Michelle Obama's America -- And Mine By Michelle Malkin February 20, 2008]

Like Michelle Obama, I am a "woman of color." Like Michelle Obama, I am a working mother of two young children. Like Michelle Obama, I am a member of the 13th generation of Americans born since the founding of our great nation.

Unlike Michelle Obama, I can't keep track of the number of times I've been proud -- really proud -- of my country since I was born and privileged to live in it.

At a speech in Milwaukee this week on behalf of her husband's Democratic presidential campaign, Mrs. Obama remarked, "For the first time in my adult lifetime, I am really proud of my country, and not just because Barack has done well, but because I think people are hungry for change."

Mrs. Obama's statement was met with warm applause from other Barack supporters who have apparently also been devoid of pride in their country for their adult lifetimes. Or maybe it was just a Pavlovian response to the word "change." What a sad, empty, narcissistic, ungrateful, unthinking lot.

I'm just seven years younger than Mrs. Obama. We've grown up and lived in the same era. And yet, her self-absorbed attitude is completely foreign to me. What planet is she living on? Since when was now the only time the American people have ever been "hungry for change"? Michelle, ma belle, Barack is not the center of the universe. Newsflash: The Obamas did not invent "change" any more than Hillary invented "leadership" or John McCain invented "straight talk."

We were both adults when the Berlin Wall fell, Michelle. That was earth-shattering change.

We've lived through two decades' worth of peaceful, if contentious election cycles under the rule of law, which have brought about "change" and upheaval, both good and bad.

We were adults through several launches of the space shuttle, in case you were snoozing. And as adults, we've witnessed and benefited from dizzyingly rapid advances in technology, communications, science and medicine pioneered by American entrepreneurs who yearned to change the world and succeeded. You want "change"? Go ask the patients whose lives have been improved and extended by American pharmaceutical companies that have flourished under the best economic system in the world.

If American ingenuity, a robust constitutional republic and the fall of communism don't do it for you, hon, then how about American heroism and sacrifice?

How about every Memorial Day? Every Veterans Day? Every Independence Day? Every Medal of Honor ceremony? Has she never attended a welcome home ceremony for the troops?

For me, there's the thrill of the Blue Angels roaring over cloudless skies. And the somber awe felt amid the hallowed waters that surround the sunken U.S.S. Arizona at the Pearl Harbor memorial.

Every naturalization ceremony I've attended, where hundreds of new Americans raised their hands to swear an oath of allegiance to this land of liberty, has been a moment of pride for me. So have the awesome displays of American compassion at home and around the world. When millions of Americans rallied to help victims of the 2004 tsunami in Southeast Asia -- including members of the U.S.S. Abraham Lincoln Carrier Strike Group that sped from Hong Kong to assist survivors -- my heart filled with pride. It did again when the citizens of Houston opened their arms to Hurricane Katrina victims and folks across the country rushed to their churches, and Salvation Army and Red Cross offices to volunteer.

How about American resilience? Does that not make you proud? Only a heart of stone could be unmoved by the strength, valor and determination displayed in New York, Washington, D.C., and Shanksville, Pa., on September 11, 2001.

I believe it was Michael Kinsley who quipped that a gaffe is when a politician tells the truth. In this case, it's what happens when an elite Democratic politician's wife says what a significant portion of the party's base really believes to be the truth: America is more a source of shame than pride.

Michelle Obama has achieved enormous professional success, political influence and personal acclaim in America. Ivy League-educated, she's been lauded by Essence magazine as one of the 25 World's Most Inspiring Women; by Vanity Fair as one of the 10 World's Best-Dressed Women; and named one of "The Harvard 100" most influential alumni. She has had an amazingly blessed life. But you wouldn't know it from her campaign rhetoric and her griping about her and her husband's student loans.

For years, we've heard liberals get offended at any challenge to their patriotism. And so they are again aggrieved and rising to explain away Mrs. Obama's remarks.

Like Lady Macbeth, Lady Michelle and her defenders protest too much.

---------

Michelle Malkin is author of "Unhinged: Exposing Liberals Gone Wild." Her e-mail address is malkinblog@gmail.com.

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Chris — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:39:04 GMT

If there was a white man in this election who was an attractive alternative to Clinton and McCain he would absolutely be in the same position as Obama finds himself.

Some of you are incredibly simple-minded, as is this old blue-haired bag.

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Lida Simpson Fayetteville, Arkansas — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:40:28 GMT

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TexasDems, Houston, TX — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:41:15 GMT

Many a black voter interviewed has gone on record stating that he/she is voting for Obama soley based on race...because they feel "it's time" for a "black president!" Many a Caucasian has expressed the same reasoning. There are black Democrats who are so desperate to see a black president elected that they would probably vote for J.C. Watts, a Republican, were he on the ballot. Now, Watts is an accomplished man who is far more qualified for the presidency, as would be Colin Powell...another Republican. Sadly, Obama does not rise to the greatness of either of these fine black gentlemen. Ferraro just went on record saying what so many people already know to be factual but who haven't had the courage to express their belief. I did vote for Clinton, however I am dismayed at her failure to stand behind Ferrraro. Yes, I do realize that by doing so she might have alienated a portion of the black population; but those voters are already solidly in Obama's court and they will likely turn away fro Clinton and the Democratic Party should she somehow gain the nomination.
I see this as a lost cause, now. The Republicans who have helped Obama oust Clinton from the race will back McCain in the general election, as will the White & Hispanic Democratic males who voted for Obama with the goal of eliminating the female from the contest. A huge segment of Hillary's older White supporters would never consider voting for Obama, and the Republicans haven't even begun exposing the skeletons in his closet. It's going to get ugly for the Democratic Party. Too many have failed to do their homework. Too many overzealous politicians have gambled on the wrong horse and they will be held accountable for their blunders during their next bids for re-election. I see McCain rolling over Obama in a landslide. This won't even be close, now.

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AA, Chicago — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:41:19 GMT

Ferraro is showing a very ugly racist side. This is exceedingly troubling because Clinton supporters are openly admitting that they are voting for her only because she is a woman!! So that makes these shallow people sexist racists.
It's time to admit it. If you vote for someone because of their sex -- that is the definition of sexism.

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Terri, Roxboro, NC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:42:07 GMT

Look, she's entitled to her opinion, so here's mine: Ferraro is the reason why Walter Mondale lost. Well, there it is.

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Dee Tate, Warsaw, VA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:43:37 GMT

If a white man was mishandling a campaign like HC has, he would have been asked to step down -- no matter WHO he was running against.

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Pooka, Madison, WI — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:43:43 GMT

Wow, I am sick to my stomach. I was really thinking we would have a democrat for president come 2009 but the racist democrats dont wanna let that happen....SHUT UP GERALDINE let the campaign be around the ISSUES.
HILLARY, denounce those associated with you that are perpetuating this maddness, the more you play with pigs the more you start to smell like one! You are losing the respect of your fellow american. Barack is gonna whoop you good if the american people dont fall for your racist fear mongering. If they DO, hello President McCain. Ewww, I think I just threw up in my mouth a little.

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Jacquetta Jackson, Atlanta, GA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:45:15 GMT

It is about race...you just can't say that publicly if you are white, without being SLAPPED with the BS race card!

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Andy, Chicago — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:48:44 GMT

Yep. Jmp in Northern MN. You are exactly correct. Billary is simply a Bush-lite candidate. She will take every slander out there and make it her own. She is 100% war monger (check out her voting record) (ask her about it). She is a corporate lackey. Want more corporate welfare? She is your candidate. (check out her stint on the board of Walmart!!) How dare she even utter anything about being a representative of poor people!

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arnold toledo — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:49:24 GMT

ok ray from Atlanta GA. I know you don't know this but Obamas real dad is Bin Laden and he is also a Russian spy from the soviet union. Yep he has been hand picked by Stalin (still alive ray) to take over the country and make us all devil worshipers. Soon as he gets into office he is going to outlaw NASCAR and pickup trucks. By the way what’s this thing called the Koran ?

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Pam — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:49:35 GMT

Geraldine Ferraro is a fool! God forbid anybody takes her seriously. My bet is that most voters will see her comments for what they are... losers trying to help losers, namely Hillary Clinton. This type of rhetoric is disgusting and it totally tells of her backward thinking!Get a grip, Geraldine! Not many will believe the BS hype! This is the 21st century!

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Ron, Columbus Ga. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:50:34 GMT

I love it. People say the black vote didnt matter so they ignored it. Hillary decided that I'll pay lip service to the black vote but I'm a clinton I've got them locked up besides they don't vote in enough numbers to matter anyway, I'll focus on the woman, hispanic and white middle class in other words old school politics while Obama went pretty much after all demografics and also gave blacks someone in the political arena that seems to care about their concerns. Something that Hillary failed in her campain. Hillary preaches change but if you look behind her you see pretty much the old democratic main liners. Does that say change or does that say buisness as usual? I am a black male and a independent politicly I haven't made up my mind between Obama and McCain. Hillary is out don't trust her, everything she says seems scipted and incencere. Just one black mans opinion.

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Charles, Houston — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:50:53 GMT

It is really sad to hear this type of racist dialogue in 2008. Geraldine is a racist good 'ol Sad, so sad.

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Dick Wagner, Highland IL — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:51:01 GMT

I'm white, and I'm attacking you NOT because you are white, but because you are a bigotted North Shore witch, and most likely a pawn of Bill and Hilary. I am saddened and sorry when I read your remarks. Saddened that at this time you take the low road to attack a man who wants to shake the power structure in DC; sorry that I ever voted for you. It's time you got your self out of the ritzy side of Long Island and encountered reality yourself. And if you can keep your fat white mouth closed long enough you might learn something about the burden you and your colleagues have placed on us. That old biblical comment about the ones who did not lift a finger to help applies here. BOTH you and Hilary should apologize.

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Phyllis, Dallas TX — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:52:12 GMT

Shut the hell up Geraldine!!! People aren't stupid. There is nothing wrong with our ears. You said what you said and trying to backtrack now means nothing.

The Clinton campaign is the one who has brought race into this race, Not Sen. Obama. I have been waiting for someone to give me an example of him doing so. Hillary has lost this race. Bottom Line!!. Now she's trying to damage the next dem nominee so the repugs and have ammunition to use against him. She wants him to loose. McSame has said he would only serve for one term. Hillary would be ready to run again in 4yrs.

Shame on you Hillary and the Democratic Party for allowing this shrew to hurt the nominee and party this way.

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Dick Wagner, Highland IL — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:52:21 GMT

my comment has been received. thank you.

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Mitch Wright, Denver — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:54:45 GMT

Poor Gerry. Poor Hillary. I guess we should just go ahead and give Hillary the nomination for all the injustice she's endured. Her husband was a bad man, you know. And blacks have always had it so good...

Snap out of it! You're losing because Obama's a far superior candidate! Earth to Clinton campaign!

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Stephanie, Rhode Island — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:54:55 GMT

If Obama is more White then Black as a earlier comment stated, why doesn't he admit it? Why doesn't he speak of his white mother. He's definately playing the race card himself. It's so visible but, people will force themselves to believe in what they want to believe. Instead of just opening their eyes.
He doens't believe "IN GOD WE TRUST" or the American Flag. Go away Obama, I'm sick of your dramatic, fake, shallow speaches that are brain washing the simple minded.

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Phil, Oak Park — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:55:33 GMT

We had a chance to experience real change. This is just sad.

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moni, iowa city, iowa — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:55:40 GMT

Ferraro had a similar (digusting) rant on NPR's "On Point with Tom Ashbrook" February 26. You can listen to it here (she joins the program about 31 minutes in): http://www.onpointradio.org/shows/2008/02/20080226_a_main.asp

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Tina, Los Angeles — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:55:58 GMT

I am a woman of color and have been torn with whether to vote for Hillary or Obama. None of my reasons for being torn have to do with his color or her being a woman. The truth is that the best person for the job should be the person with the most experience. If people take race and gender off the table they will still be torn because the truth is that neither of them have enough EXPERIENCE to be President of the United States. As unfortunate as Ms Ferraro's comments are, they are sadly true. I applaud her for having the courage to say this but I am disappointed that we live in a society where these OBVIOUS comments have to be pointed out.

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Hillary B Gone — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:55:58 GMT

Hillary's campaign is very racist. It is not okay to be racist or sexist.
PLEASE.................. Educated, elitist, millionaire white woman complaining of being treated unfairly.
White women are such victims when they have benefited the most from AFFIRMATIVE ACTION.
I am so tired of Hillary Clinton and her people claiming to be the victim. What a bully and sneak!

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nuanced — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:56:30 GMT

NOW, tell me Geraldine Ferrarro was wrong!!!!
--Think about it!

She was right, sexism is harder to overcome in American than racism. That is why Obama is the better choice for the general election. We may not like it but that is the way it is. Will you be an idealist and lose or a realist and win. Who said get real? Think about it.

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Lee, Nashville, TN — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:56:51 GMT

...it sure worked wonders for Jesse Jackson and Al Sharpton, and all those other Black presidential front-runners we've had.

But in all seriousness, she's right...insofar as his wisdom and insight derive just as much from his unique muliticultural upbringing as from his intelligence and education.

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john erie, pa — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:56:57 GMT

Political correctness is out of control. Geraldine has a right to her opinion. Everyone knows that Obama wouldn't be getting 90% of the black vote if he were white. Had he lost South Carolina (which he would have without the black vote) his campaign would have likely ended. Some people believe that he can get us past racial divisions because of his background.
Also, I am amazed that obama has attracted so much support based on speeches while far more qualified candidates like Bill Richardson received little support.

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bestofme — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:57:54 GMT

Oboma is playing the race card. Ferraro is right..
go Hillary

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Margie, Denver, Co — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:58:13 GMT

I am a 58 white female lawyer, who practiced law at a large NYC law firm in the 80s, when all the partners were men and Ms Ferarro was a fore mother of women lawyers whom I admired greatly. I can't begin to express by disappointment and outrage at her conduct with respect to this primary. If she wasn't married to a former president and have great name recognition, would Hillary be a viable candidate. I want the first woman president to get there all on her own merit and not because her husband held the job before her. Such husband/wife presidency looks more like a Bananna Republic than a vicotory for women. The Clinton campaign has played the gender card, the racist card and every other underhanded tactic that women should find embarassing. Obama appeals to the angels of our better nature. Ms Ferraro and Hilary Clinton are wallowing in the gutter.

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Tired of this division — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 02:58:42 GMT

I am ashamed of you Ms. Ferraro. I agree with one thing you said during your interview: it is not okay to be racist. As a young woman, I am so tired of women like you getting angry because your candidate is not winning, and blaming it on sexism. I would absolutely love to vote for a woman for President of the United States, but I don't make my decisions based on race or gender--I do something crazy-I vote for the candidate I feel is best. Please stop ascribing sexist motives to Obama supporters. I am proud that a woman can run for President, but I am also proud that I can judge the candidates on the basis of their quality instead of race or gender. Your words are brimming over with bitterness, and it's a bitterness that I hear often from women of your generation. I respect the advances you all have made on our behalf--now please calm down and stop inciting division.

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Nina Kohl, Greenfield, WI — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:01:39 GMT

As a lifelong Democrat, in the wake of Ferraro's comments, I have to ask, is this still the Democratic Party? I don't recognize this Party anymore. The racially/religiously divisive tactics of the Clinton campaign are not just alienating me from the Clintons, they are alienating me from the Democratic Party. Why aren't Party leaders -- Nancy Pelosi, Harry Reid, Howard Dean -- putting a stop to this?From Bill Clinton's attempt to marginalize Barack Obama by comparing his success to Jesse Jackson's, to Hillary Clinton's attempt to plant doubt by saying Obama is not a Muslim "as far as I know," and everything in between (the darkening of photos and talking up of Obama's "drug use"), I don't know why the Party can't control this. Don't they want to?

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john Doe, Seattle, Wash — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:01:42 GMT

Yawn.......
Isn't this becoming the same old politics?
I thought this was about issues and not personalities..
ho hum..... guess not this time.

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William Word — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:04:20 GMT

WOW!!! I used to be a registered Dem.I now consider my self independant. I am moderate on social issues. I believe in a woman's right to choose,a member of a trade union, and I am very conservative when it come to the tax stuff.But I have been sick and tired of this for over a year now. Mc Cain is going to clean up on who ever gets the nomination because of his stand on taxes and the war . If we pull out you slap every man and woman in the service in the face. It would be comparible to a surrender. Just like France who has never won a war and who we gave the tanker deal to. They are one of the big players with Airbus. Remember 9-11-01. The cowards would not even let us fly over their airspace. It does not matter who wins the nomination.

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F doe, Asheville, North Carolina — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:04:46 GMT

This is really simple. Ugly is ugly no matter who says it. When you say, that is why Obama gets mostly black votes. Then where was all the complaining when only old white guys where getting elected. And guess what, black people voted for them to. Hmmmm.....

By the way...Hillary Clinton was the first to bring in race when she declared that if the aids epidemic where happening to white women like it was happening to african-americans... the outcry would be enormous.

Basically, she will sell out anyone to get power.
I as an african-american will not vote for Hillary because of the things that she and her family pulled of when Bill left office. See all the pardons that her brothers made happen.
She is very smart, but I think that Obama is smarter, has better judgement, and can bring this country together. That is, if Hillary's scorched earth tactics don't destroy the democratic party.

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Shtuey — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:10:49 GMT

My god Chuck you posted it. I'm impressed.

Jmp of northern MN, Ed Rendell is a Jew that got elected in a state with one of the most active Klan chapters in the country. The statement he made was based on that sad truth. Between Philly and Pittsburgh it may as well be Jim Crow Alabama. If it wasn't for his support in Philly chances are he wouldn't have been elected. That is why he said what he said. He fears, and justifiably so, that the racist hicks of PA (and Ohio and NJ) will crawl over broken glass to vote against a racially mixed man.

The fact is that he was elected mayor of Philly twice with a 40% black population. Do you think that would have happened if he were a racist? There are country clubs in PA, my home state, that don't admit blacks and Jews; that won't admit the Governor of the state (and if they have to admit them by law now, they certainly don't recruit them, and blacks and Jews aren't lining up to join).

Your vitriolic post just proved the corollary of Ferraro's point: Too many Obama supporters (including his wife) automatically assume you're a racist if you don't support him. Don't post here again until you get the taste of your foot out of your mouth!

BTW I'm Jewish too. Thought you ought to know that before you call me an anti-semite.

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spandex — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:14:20 GMT

Americans want badly to pretend that racism does not exist, and actually believe that sexism does not. Electing Obama will not absolve the States of its colonialist past nor present, nationally or internationally. Neither African Americans nor women will ever get far past token equality without recognising that class, race, and gender are inextricably linked. Pretending that race and gender should not/do not matter is what's fairytale. Geraldine Feraro's comments have pissed people off because she sees this feel good mantra for what it is. (hey all of you outraged by her racism, calling her senile, old, irrelevant...that's called ageism!) Obama would not be getting the reception he is today as a white man, and he most certainly would not be remotely close to where he is if he happened to be an African American woman. For those of you who are white and can afford to vote ideologically, voting Obama offers you a big ol' progressive pat on the back. If he doesn't win you can still end Aids in Africa when you're feeling glum and pledge .50 with your American Idol vote ;)

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Byron Lindsey, Albuquerque NM — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:15:07 GMT

How sad that a woman who might have become President
has now slipped in to an aging angst for lost power
and allows herself to become a loose cannon that
shoots herself masochistically again and again in the
foot. Can some person close to her stop this madness
before all dignity is gone?

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LW, California — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:15:22 GMT

Coming from the generation that jettisoned the ERA in a "deal" with the nut-job religious right to not take away their abortion rights in the early 80's, I find Ferraro's and Clinton's generation of so called "feminists" repulsive.

The ERA would have established equal rights, equal pay and equal consideration for women. But NO...they sold out the cause so that they could use abortion as a wedge issue and keep their power base. Now, pushing 60 and 70 years of age, they are appalled that those of us under 50 would dare, DARE to vote for someone of our generation and not kow-tow to their whims and illusions of power.

It is not about gender. It is not about race. It is about politics as usual, the theory of divide and conquer, the bankruptcy of the last 20 years of Bush/Clinton/Bush. It is about new ideas, a new way to approach problems, a new generation not tainted or beholding to the past.

As a proud, white, 48 year old woman who has achieved great success with NO thanks to the so-called "feminists", I say GO OBAMA!!!! Time to step aside you old bitties and make way. And take your tired, old and divisive politics with you.

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Ignorant Voters — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:18:05 GMT

Many people have accused Obama of being Muslim and trying to hide the fact that he is half white.

If these voters took some initiative, they could read his books and find out that he has hid nothing. He is very open about who he is as a person.
Feel free to educate yourself and not listen to ONLY the media.

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Byron Lindsey, Albuquerque, NM — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:18:28 GMT

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John O — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:20:36 GMT

Patty (from SD, CA) the truth is that Barack Obama is a highly intelligent man who has worked hard his whole life through Harvard, working in the Chicago communities, the Illinois state legislature and the US Senate. But people like you overlook all of Obama's positive traits and focus on his race. I wonder why? How does that truth sit with you?

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Carol Burrow, Lansing MI — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:21:31 GMT

Well Geraldine, you hit bottom and start to dig. Absolutely classless, just like the rest of the Clinton campaign has become. The remarks coming from Hillary, Bill and her campaign have gone far beyond typical politics.

If Obama is where he is because he is black, Hillary is where she is because she was the wife of Bill.

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CFS, Washington — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:22:50 GMT

Here's some truth: If you're a person of color, male or female, you would be qualified to tend to there gardens, clean their homes, dry clean their thousand dollar pant suits, cook their meals, take care of their children, drive their limo's, wash their cars, be there secretary, but you're unqualified to be president of the United States. She has proven that not only can the priviledged, politically powerful, white men in this country be racists and sexists, but so can a priviledged, politically powerful, white, former first lady.
I am a 43 year old white woman and I am appalled, disgusted and outraged at the insidious, divisive, racist and sexist messages being repeated by her, her husband, her supporters and her campaign. When I made my decision to support Senator Barack Obama it wasn't made on the basis of color or gender. I made my choice based on their message, their policies, their vision for this country, inspiration, character, ethics and honesty. She didn't meet the "threshold" that I wanted in our next president. She will not get my vote in November if she is the democratic nominee.

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Deidre — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:26:40 GMT

Good for Ferraro for her honesty and stating what many women have felt in this election. Could not have been articulated better and the price will be paid in November. McCain will beat Obama in a landslide.

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Calstad — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:26:41 GMT

Hillary cannot renounce Geraldine's racist comments because It will damage her standing with her base in Pennsylvania. It's better to deflect than live up to principals that you expect others to live up to.

Oh, and sex scandals. or just scandals in general. Don't say anything, maybe they will go away. Or blame the media, or a vast right wing conspiracy, or something. Just don't take responsibility personally or hold others in your campaign and life to a higher standard. It's only for the other guy. The agent of real change and hope. She's politics as usual and that game plan has worked well so far. Let the surrogates attack and don't hold them responsible.

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Steve, Bozeman, Montana — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:30:45 GMT

If folks are voting for Obama simply because he's black, and that's not offensive, then is it any less correct to say many are voting for Hillary solely because she's a woman. And that's not sexist?

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OBwan, IN — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:32:46 GMT

Geraldine - Thank You
John McCain

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The Truth, Anywhere USA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:33:16 GMT

SHOW ME ONE WHITE MAN OR WOMAN WHO COULD RUN THE PRESIDENCY AFTER NOT EVEN ONE TERM AS A SENATOR, in other words no practicle experience. Senator Joe Biden is so much more experienced then Hussein Obama, it is OUTRAGEOUS that this child is running for President!

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sotiredofignoranceandClinton — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:33:57 GMT

Okay, ENOUGH!! Hillary Clinton has just demonstrated by her refusal to denounce Ferraro's comments that she is not deserving of the office of POTUS.

Where are the Democratic Party leaders? It is time to end this farce. They should DEMAND that Clinton drop out immediately!!

I have always said that I would support the Democratic candidate, even if it wasn't Obama.

No more.

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Larry Hudson — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:35:43 GMT

It's hard to believe the woman who ran with Mondale in 84' is oblivious to Hilary getting votes simply because she's a woman... You do have some people that vote because they identify with someone or because they feel loyalty to a specific race or gender but most people voting in 2008 are college kids and seasoned adults who vote for various reasons like integrity and policy. For someone as old as Geri Ferraro to say something that stupid helps me understand why Hilary is falling behind. She surrounds herself with incompetence and doesn't take a stand to correct such verbal onslaught spurting from her camp.

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RobK, Seattle, Wash. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:37:01 GMT

Serious pattern here.

Clinton e-mailers about Muslim madrassas.

Bob Kerry always emphasizing Barack "HUSSEIN" Obama and calling his school a "secular madrassa".

Photo from the Clinton camp of Obama in Kenya.

Bill Clinton comparing his wins to Jesse Jackson.

Some Clinton supporter in TX saying "the problem is he's black."

Ferraro now saying he's winning due to Affirmative Action.

On and on and on.

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Carrin Vern, Alliance, OH — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:37:14 GMT

If Obama is elected and someone speaks out at his ignorance, we, as acountry better get ready. There apparently is no way to say the obvious. If a candidate is getting 90% of hos own race's vote, his blackness matters greatly! If Geraldine Ferraro is condemmed for saying that his is a factor, then it proves her point! Barack is a black candidate whose wins are fueled by black voters period! he could not win handily without that factor. Nor could a woman or white man with his credentials be a nominee! period!

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Jesse, Burnsville, MN — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:37:33 GMT

It is now clear....the Clinton's are racists!!

During the 1990's, they used Africa Americans to win. Now that African American's are going for Obama, to hell with them, it's all about whitey's.

As a white Democratic guy from MN, this makes me absolutely sick.

I love what Obama has done. He wants to work for all of us. I only hope that the people of Pennsylvania see through the absolute horror that is the Hillary campaign.

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Shadybug, Coquille. Or — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:43:22 GMT

I'm half black, not a racist, and I'm not offended by Ferraro's comment. It's the truth that the African Americans are voting for him because he's black. Most of my family is voting for him because of he's an African American. Theu don't care that Obama has hurt us by helping a slum lord, and has never done anything to help us. I also can't beleive that this forum is so against the truth, wake up and smell the world.

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A.Hardin,Dallas — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:44:46 GMT

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DeniseGA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:45:06 GMT

From the AP:

"Obama was winning roughly 90 percent of the black vote but only about one-quarter of the white vote, extending a pattern that carried him to victory in earlier primaries in South Carolina, Alabama, Georgia and Louisiana."

NOW, tell me Geraldine Ferrarro was wrong!!!!

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AND SO DID BILL CLINTON IN THE 90'S. BLACK PEOPLE VOTE DEMOCRATIC PERIOD. HE IS THE BEST, AND HAVE ENOUGH COMMON SINCE TO KNOW, YOU DON'T GET EXPERIENCE BY BEING MARRIED TO THE PRESIDENT! PERIOD!

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BlogXilla — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:46:35 GMT

If blacks were voting for Obama b/c he is black then how come Jesse Jackson never got this far? or Al Sharpton, really. People who are saying that are smacking every black voter in the face. I Believe y'all are voting for Clinton b/c she is white and you can't possibly see yourself voting for a black man. He got the war right on day one. He never falsified any thing he's done like KKKlinton did, Foreign policy? Singing Kumbya w/ Sinbad is not foreign Policy experience.

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Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:52:31 GMT

I don't know why some people think it's not racist. Saying that his accomplishments or position in this race is based on being black is racist, because it diminishes other features about him, such as "the content of his character". I am not saying people can't be racist, after all it's a free country, but just call it what it is, and admit this is Hillary's platform.

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OBwan, IN — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:53:19 GMT

This could cost the Clinton campaign super delegates, depending on what the Hillary does. But, I do believe that this is one of those crisis moments - what is a commander-in-chief to do?

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Steve, Timmins, Canada — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:57:44 GMT

I am not a historian. But I am fairly sure they were not murdering women in the south during the civil rights movement, unless they were black women or women helping blacks get equal rights. Women were never slaves in America unless they were black women. They are more female senators then black senators. White women are not stopped by police simply because they are women. To equate women's struggles with blacks in America is historically wrong on so many levels. However, what is most troubling is that people like Al Gore and Howard Dean are not stopping the Clinton's from playing this card. The Dems are doing to themselves what the republicans have done for so many years to the Dems. Somewhere Karl Rove has a smile on his face. MLK is looking down at all this in shame. The Dems leadership are all cowards.

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John Doe, Seattle, Wash. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:59:24 GMT

Geraldine Ferraro:

Old, bitter, fascist, bigoted, disillusioned, out-of-touch, sexist, racist white female! I'm sick of people like you. You are what's wrong with modern society. I'm a white man, strong in mind and solid in soul, and Obama is a man that represents a future that is undivided, strong in principals and colorblind. I hope your kind is scared as hell! You should be.

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Dan, Chicago — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 03:59:33 GMT

Could this be a trap by the Clinton side to make the big important state primary coming up(penn) about race? I believe that's what they were trying to do with the Jesse Jackson statements after S.C. This all happens to blow up right before a state that has a large African American voting population goes to the polls. Now the exit polling in Mississippi is showing that it was very polarized by race. To white people who are voting in penn., which I'm assuming is the majority, this now looks like a black vs. white election and that's not good. Hillary is constantly trying to pull obama into the gutter where she is more comfortable fighting him. That is what they may be trying to do. If it is, they are dirtier then I thought.

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V,Ca — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:01:26 GMT

The is the fact and truth. 88% black voted him. That is racist!

You can't handle the truth, period.

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MG, Denver, Colorado — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:02:39 GMT

Oh Puhleeeze! Since when is being a black man in this country a benefit???? If Obama was a white man, this race would be over and we'd be talking about Obama vs. McCain, and Hillary would have been out of it a long time ago. How do you explain, Geraldine, Obama's popularity in Idaho and other mostly white states that he took in the primaries? All you are doing is making yourself and Hillary look stupid and insulting all of the white people in this country who think Obama is worth voting for. He didn't get where he is just on the backs of black America.

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Very sad — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:09:26 GMT

African Americans are not not voting for Hillary because she is white. We are voting for Obama because of his stances, policies, and his integrity. I attended one of his rallies, and I was very impressed with him. I looked around and there were people of all races and ethnic groups. Everyone appeared to be on the same page. It made me feel really really good. I am an African American with a graduate degree. I have attended luncheons, parties, and other social events with caucasian co-workers. but I never felt that there was a real connection. While I was at that Obama rally, for the first time I felt a real connection. It made me feel really good, and for the first time, I felt proud to be an American. I am not saying that I hate this country, that has never been the case, I just never felt that I was completely a part of it. I say this because it appears that white america is extending its hands to black america whole heartedly. I finally felt embraced. It was beginning to seem as though racism was dying out, and was not as bad as I thought. But after witnessing all that the Clintons have been doing and the comments on this blog, I guess I was wrong. And I say this with a sincere sad heart. I almost feel like crying. Black people have always voted for white people, but the moment we vote for another black person, it is called racism. Does that seem fair to you. Since white americans out number black americans, probably half of his votes are from blacks and the other half from whites when you look at the actual numbers. I guess I was bamboozled. I thought America was changing. But, I do want to thank the white americans who have seen past the color of our skin and see what we are truly capable of doing.

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Shawn, Houston, Texas — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:10:17 GMT

How more Un-American can the Clintons be and how far can their campign sink? The constant blame it on the "blacks" from the Clintons only underscores the immediate need for a changing of the guard in this democratic party and country. Ironically, we never heard even a peep from the Clintons or Ferraro, when Afrian-Americans handed their votes over to them as if they were held at gun point throughout the past five decades. Ferraro well knows that she has come along way in this country and has her "whiteness" to thank for it as well. Now, she has come completely unglued and is revealing her deep seated white entitlement idealogy. These rants and tirades from sore losers,(albeit free) are rising to the level of hate speech. What is the point of a minority bothering to even enter any kind of competetion when the moment it appears that the minority has the chance of actually winning, they are immediately attacked for simply being born. It is time for smart Americans to call for the entire Clinton campaign to denounce, reject, and RETIRE themselves out to pasture.

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Peggy Miami Florida — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:10:25 GMT

We have a long history of racism and sexism in this country but I think that most Americans are able to observe their own biases and strive to look beyond them for the truth. So, no I do not think most people are basing their votes on race or gender. For the first time, we have an opportunity to go beyond our racial and gender prejudices because we have candidates from diverse backgrounds. I think Americans are taking that opportunity to grow as individuals and as a nation. Ferraro's comments, I hope are simply political posturing and not a reflection of what would have to be a very ugly and desperate part of her psyche.

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Jim B, Lewisville, NC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:10:53 GMT

GOOD GOD! Where are our MEMORIES? Barack Obama is where is he NOT because of the race/sex baggage so many are venting here!

He was the first politician in decades to speak hope and vision! To speak UNITY! Don't you remember?

The months since then has been trying to figure out if that is the real Barack, and in spite of the most vile attacks against him (and against the intelligence of all Americans), I and many of you trust him.

We are not electing a cartoon, we are electing a PRESIDENT, and the cartoon-level emails and personal- emotion emails need to stop. They only hurt a cause we ALL NEED TO SUPPORT. Behave with the dignity and maturity of one of our candidates.

OH, for ANY maturity in these emails!

We only have the WORLD TO LOSE.

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margaret, Washington, DC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:14:25 GMT

I think we are all "forgetting" about Mr. Obama IL state voting record. Absent or voting present on all important issues? Where is his vote on Iran resolution in US senate? I would have... I think he would have voted present on Iraq resolution. He could have written million of pages but he did not take a stand for the people of Illinois and in January he did not take a stand for the American people. Right or wrong, he should have courage to vote. Racism, sexism???
About racism... more than 80% of AA and about 40-50% of white votes go to Obama.

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mollie, nc — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:18:15 GMT

WHY is it that when women vote in large numbers for Hillary Clinton (Ohio , for example) women and Hillary are deemed "empowered" in a good way.

BUT, when a large number of black people vote for Obama (Missisippi), they are disrespected. People say, Well of COURSE they voted for Obama. They just stick together. The blacks aren't viewed as "empowered" in a good way.

This amazes and irritates me...alot of that attitude is Clinton campaign spin run through the media.

The Clintons are AFRAID of black people being empowered now because Clintons are not getting the African American vote. Rest assured, if Hillary WERE getting the African American vote, she'd be thrilled at the turn out and support. Signed a white woman.

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TOA, LA, CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:20:06 GMT

I love the guy who said that if Obama was white he actually would have beaten Hillary already. That was brilliant.

Reading these comments shows how many ignorant people there are out there.

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MG, Denver Colorado — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:20:54 GMT

To Robert Ford and all the others who think Blacks only vote for blacks: for whom do you think black folks voted for before Obama - um...seems to me that there were ONLY white men to vote for. So what does that say about your conjecture? That you didn't think it through and it has no basis in anything but - what, racism? No, stupidity. I guess you think black people have never voted in a presidential election.

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JBvoter, Santa Cruz, CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:22:19 GMT

I would like to decry Senator Obama for making the statement at the South Carolina Debate with Senators Clinton and Edwards that of course Senator Clinton wants the womens's vote and Senator Edwards wants the White Man's vote.

That made Senator Edwards highly uncomfortable and he stated that he did not just want the White Man's vote but everyone's vote. Poor John Edwards never claimed that Senator Obama was being racist although he was being racist.

Shame on you Obama!

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Lance — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:23:24 GMT

Let the implosion of the Democratic party commence. Here we sit expertly divided into racial, regional and gender based boxes. All the while the Republicans are cackling with glee as the Democratic party is severed in two.

Regardless of who becomes the Democratic nominee we are going to have a severe problem in carrying the White House this November.

If Obama wins then the hardcore Hillary supporters will swing McCain or sit out all together. Vice versa in the opposite scenario. Also, the prospect of a "Dream Ticket" is a complete Hail Mary in my opinion.

These are becoming ominous times very quickly...

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Shadybug, Coquille. Or — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:24:10 GMT

Oh ! and I'm not voting for Hilary because I'm a woman. It's because I know more about her, and I know nothing about Obama. His skeletons are just coming out, along with his lies. Do people really think this man is actually going to help them anymore than any other politican ? If so, it's worst than I thought it was. Obama's issue of bringing a new change immedetatley is something that we all know takes both Democrats, and Republicans. The Senate is one department, the Congress is the other. You have to have the majority of one, or the other to have a change, or be a lieing theif like Bush. Nobody can change the U.S. like he says he wants to do without the majority voting his bills in. The vote should be reflected by who's earned the Ptesidential seat, and sorry he hasn't. Not because women, or African Americans want to chose for ether one of those reasons to have, or be the first in our history.

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Danika, Seattle, WA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:25:11 GMT

I don't understand why it's so important for Ferraro, or anyone else, to make such an absurd point in the first place. A lot (but definitely not all) black people like Obama because he's black, and a lot (but definitely not all) women like Hillary because she's a woman. Exactly what does this inane observation really add to the conversation anyway?

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Who's Sane — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:33:45 GMT

"It is about race...you just can't say that publicly if you are white" --Jacquetta Jackson, Atlanta, GA

I thought it was about sex; make up your mind.

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Mark, Los Angeles, CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:35:04 GMT

If Clinton does not denounce this dangerous hate speech from Ferraro in the strongest possible terms, she will be complicit in the most overtly racist appeal for votes since the dark days of George Wallace. We know you want to be President, Senator Clinton - and we know you're willing to do almost anything to succeed. But for the sake of this country and your Party - please don't give up your soul. There can be no justification for this. Only you can stop this. For God's sake, please do the right thing.

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nuanced — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:37:14 GMT

Geraldine is working as a paid consultant to Fox news and her last comments were on Fox news. You are judged by the company you keep. Enough said.

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Lynn — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:41:56 GMT

Senile Bigot. Simple as that.

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African American Female, Houston, TX — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:44:17 GMT

I am so sick of all of this race talk. Geraldine is an idiot who should just go back to the Klan rally with the rest of the idiots in the South. As far as the comment from Stephanie in Rhode Island, if you and Barack were walking down the street together before he was a senator, what would you call him, African American or White, he has not denied his mothers heritage, but he is smart/honest enough to know that many White people do not look at him as a White man, they never have and they never will. I for one choose to support him because he is the best candidate for the job in my opinion and he has the ability to unite people from everywhere. I was at both of his rallys in Houston, TX, and there was a very mixed crowd, which made me proud to be an American. Yes, I can say for the first time in my life, I was proud to be an American, why for the first time you say, I'm 25 years old and I've had nothing to be proud of until now. Wake up and realize that racism still exists and some of us want it to end but are smart enough to realize that it will be here until the day we die.

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Insanity is a sad thing — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:51:40 GMT

Purely evil, when is Ferraro just going to put on her pointed hood and burn a cross on Obama's lawn? I am a white woman and I denounce and reject the bigoted opinions of Hillary Clintons surrogates. Yes, black people vote for Obama, but can anyone point out even one instance where Barack Obama personally brought race into this and Ms. Ferraro needs to keep in mind that the ONLY reason she was put on the Mondale ticket was because she was a woman, not because of her superior intellect. POT, KETTLE, BLACK, Ms. Ferraro, you are a disgrace to women everywhere.

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Sandra Archibeque ,Albemarle ,NC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:52:41 GMT

Thanks for strengthing Obama's campaign Ms. Ferraro.

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R. Kerr — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:52:55 GMT

So am I the only one that noticed Obama stock going up right after the Oprah endrosement? She was the one that energised the "never before black voter". She is the one that made it crystal clear that black America could make a difference and urged blacks to get out and vote for Obama. I believe if you look at the early races you will see that for the most part the regular old voters showed up. It wasn't until Oprah got involved that the press reported blacks voting in record numbers. Up til then Hillery was winning. This changed everything. Now when Hilry lost a State the press looked at what was wrong with her. Don't mention that Obama "pulled it off" again with the "black" vote. It's a little like trying to beat someone in a bowling tournament. You shoot 225 and they shoot 200 but you still loose. Why, because they get to add 50 pins on to their score as a handicap. In every state this difference made it possible for the press to report that when Obama won it was big. There is no question that the black vote has made a big difference in this race.
There is one way to see if these voters are voting for the man based on his merits or his color. go out on the street and interview first time black voters that voted Obama. Ask them what state Obama lives in. What job does he have. What is one thing that he has done in the past that makes you believe he would be the best person to run for President of the United States.

Let me wind up with this. I don't think either one would make a good president. Obama claims to have the answer to all of our problems. Not hard to get people who are down and out excited about someone who promises to make everything better if you elect him/her. This is the ol'e: could you use an extra $400.00 in your pocket every month? Vote for me!! Want to pay less taxes? Vote for me!! Want a better education for your kids? Vote for me!! Want jobs kept in America? Vote for me!! Want the borders secure? Vote for me!! Want us out of the War? Vote for me!! A CHANGE YOU CAN BELIEVE IN. The change I would like to see is what canidate says to get elected.

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Hillary All the Way — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:54:40 GMT

Obama and his rabid anti Democrat supporters are the racists. 90% black voters voting for the black man, yeah sure, not at all racist.

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Joe, Los Angels,CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 04:59:46 GMT

Ferraro's comments were right on the money--
I cant believe how people are afraid to call it the way it is.
Mr. Obama would not be in the overwhelming positive position he is today if he were not a black man. Ophra Winfreys only endorsement of a presidential candidate ever is now with him (gee what a coincidence); John Lewis, an african american veteran of the civil rights movement and a superdelegate who had publicly endorsed Clinton recently switched sides and is now supporting Obama. Another coincidence? Today he winsMississippi taking 90% of the black vote. And the examples keep on and on.
I understand that people vote for others like themselves, or perhaps others that will advance their overall cause or agenda. I prefer to vote logically for the best candidate for the job; whether that person happens to be like me in race, age, gender, or not. And those that say Bill Clinton got the black vote years ago, I can say with certainty it was only because there was not a black man running at the time.
Racism is a two way not a one way street.

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Pasadena, CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 05:02:05 GMT

I was the Chief Democratic Judge in my district. Rest assured that absolutelty every black voter in my district voted for Obama. Is it racist to vote for a candidate because of their color? I'll let you decide the answer.

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Sandra Archibeque, Albemarle ,NC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 05:10:06 GMT

Apparently she has never heard of the word introspection. This just proves that there are still a lot of people out there with prejudice so deeply ingrained in them that they cannot recognize it. Makes one wonder if she is still bitter over her own political losses. My advice to her is; get over it, things have changed a lot since you were young and politicaly active. Wake up and smell the coffee, and appologize.

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kravitz — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 05:10:15 GMT

http://www.politico.com/blogs/bensmith/0308/A_Ferraro_flashback.html
A Ferraro flashback

"If Jesse Jackson were not black, he wouldn't be in the race," she said.

Really. The cite is an April 15, 1988 Washington Post story (byline: Howard Kurtz), available only on Nexis.

Here's the full context:

Placid of demeanor but pointed in his rhetoric, Jackson struck out repeatedly today against those who suggest his race has been an asset in the campaign. President Reagan suggested Tuesday that people don't ask Jackson tough questions because of his race. And former representative Geraldine A. Ferraro (D-N.Y.) said Wednesday that because of his "radical" views, "if Jesse Jackson were not black, he wouldn't be in the race."

Asked about this at a campaign stop in Buffalo, Jackson at first seemed ready to pounce fiercely on his critics. But then he stopped, took a breath, and said quietly, "Millions of Americans have a point of view different from" Ferraro's.

Discussing the same point in Washington, Jackson said, "We campaigned across the South . . . without a single catcall or boo. It was not until we got North to New York that we began to hear this from Koch, President Reagan and then Mrs. Ferraro . . . . Some people are making hysteria while I'm making history."

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Michael L, Knoxville — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 05:12:58 GMT

How about the fact that if Hillary wasn't married to a former president, there is no way she'd even be this close to the nomination? I can't think of a campaign that has been this incompetently run, and it is only because of faded glory from the Clinton administration (and not a little bit of fear of the unknown that Barack brings) that she is still even in this race.

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ruhla, chgo.,IL — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 05:15:05 GMT

Oprahma injected race into his campaign early on, and has played it for all it's worth. He has used it both as a shield and a devisive tool. He has also encouraged and engaged in sexism. Geraldine is 100% spot on!!!! You go girl!

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Hugo Galluzzi Roswell, GA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 05:15:18 GMT

She is a republican plant. The only way they can win is to drive a wedge. Lets not forget that ANY Democrat is better then McSame. All the sideshow theatrics mean nothing. My family can't afford health care. Our mortgage is going up $300.00 in 5 months and the value could go down as much as 25%, or even 40% before this over. We should force both candidates to focus on McSame. 2 against 1 for months, they could tag team 'em instead of tearing each other down.

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DK, Illinois — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 05:17:51 GMT

Well, I am old enough to remember Ferraro's Vice Presidency run (and I was excited for her) - Geraldine's problem wasn't being female - her problem was a real live Italian family scandal. If I remember correctly allegations of around $50,000 in family back taxes and $100,000 contribution by her family to her Congressional campaign (quite illegal-$1000 limit) - she and Mondale lost by the widest margin ever (Regan carried 49 states). No one harassed her because she was a woman. Ms. Ferraro must be at least 75 yrs old now and appears to have become a bitter, senile woman. Hillary won't condemn her, "birds of a feather", she probably okayed it.

It may be too late for the DNC to intevene and stop Hillary from causing a permanent split in the party and thereby LOSING the November election for the democrats. The republicans are thrilled!!!!!

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Fran SC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 05:19:18 GMT

I absolutely hate this site for commenting since most of the people commenting don't even seem to have a sixth-grade level sentence construction class under their belt. But, WAY TO GO GERALDINE!! Don't let it get to you that these Obama volunteers are planted to answer within minutes all comments against their candidate. You are exactly correct about *them* playing the race card and blaming it on the Clinton's. You need to read the New Republic article by Sean Wilentz on "How Barack Obama Played the Race Card and Blamed it on Hillary Clinton". The race man is Jesse Jackson, JR. according to Mr. Wilentz, a historian. He outlines how this happened beginning with the Iowa Caucuses and really got going in SC. The way it was done was to put something out there, make a big deal out of it and blame the Clintons'. This was done to turn the black voters (like SC) against the Clintons' so HC would not get any of their votes. It worked like a charm. Yet the Obama Campaign said the black voters left Hillary Clinton in droves because of *their* racist comments. These people would not have voted for Jesus Christ against one of their own that they have determined has a chance. Why is this so hard for them to accept as fact? They would rather blame very undeserving people like you as racist. It is sick!

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Lorac, San Diego — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 05:22:42 GMT

Ah, you people making nasty comments because of age - is this the new, INCLUSIVE politics? I have news for you - race is only ONE aspect of diversity.

Disrespect for older people is a serious problem. Older people have great knowledge that younger people can only dream of. Other counties are aware of this, but just as with sexism, ageism is very permitted in US society.

So, I suggest you stop trying to cut people down because because they're not 20. There's a word for people like you, and it's "sophomoric". (It's at dictionary.com).

You can't just go around saying "yes we can" when your maturity level betrays the truth.

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Sandra Archibeque , Albemarle , NC — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 05:26:36 GMT

What makes her think he is black. She couldn't possibly be judging a person by their skin color again could she . People are not voting for Obama because he is black. If that were the case don't you think Jesse Jackson would have gotten further than what he did. How ignorant and racist is it for someone to assume that blacks are ignorant and incapable of making competent descisions about their future. I wonder who Geraldine Ferraro ate dinner with after that comment. Who picked up the tab?

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Katherine — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 05:27:44 GMT

Hillary - Please go back to New York and shut up before you further damage the party !!! Please control your surrogates - Ms. Ferraro should just be quiet - she was not qualified to be Vice-President so she has a lot of nerve talking about Barack's qualifications. I am a white 52 year old woman who is happily voting for Barack, and I am disgusted at the way Hillary has run her campaign - she didn't have to do it this way !!! Someday there will be a qualified inspirational class act female running for President, but it sure isn't Hillary !!! Shame on you Hillary Clinton !!!

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Matt, SF CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 05:33:18 GMT

These comments are racists and the fact that Hillary has not denounced and reject this is pathetic. She really is a monster who will stop at anything to destroy the dem party.

Someone please post those sexist and victim comments that Obama has supposedly made. Hillary continues to attack by the most despicable underhanded means how any one can defend her is just sad. Oh and the media bias is pure BS. No other candidate can loose 12 consecutive contests by an average of 33% and not be counted out. Even now Hillary is mathematically eliminated and her only path to the nomination is to steal the election. But despite all this the media is not and has never written her off. You know they even called her victories in Ohio and texas huge. She actually lost texas (the delegates) and won Ohio by ten. Not even close to the 20 and thirty point margins Obama piles up. Hillary needs to be stopped before she hands the whitehouse the repubs and destroys an entire generation of voters.

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Jane, Seattle, Wash. — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 05:44:33 GMT

I guess the Obama fans refuse to see that the architect of the Obama product, David Axelrod, specializes in minority candidates. He is the new Rove.. and like the people that used the purple bandaids to attack John Kerry, Axelrod knows how to manipulate things to his client's advantage even if it destroys the Party in the process. It's his specialty. Hey, it wasn't the CLINTON campaign that had the memo full of talking points to exploit the racism angle. That would be Axelrod's campaign.

I was amused to see that someone posted this comment about Obama: "The man is a talented orator, charismatic, and posseses the innate ability to inspire." How does it feel knowing that Obama's words are totally scripted by some middle aged white guy who makes millions recycling the same things over and over. Dude, I've seen Obama speak without a teleprompter, it ain't pretty and it ain't inspiring. We're not hiring the captain of the debate team, we're hiring a CEO for the Country.

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Clarity, Santa Monica CA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 06:29:43 GMT

The Democratic Party Presidency Nomination process of 2008 is truly a racial barometer of just how far this county has progressed.

Geraldine Ferraro's comment reflects the America of yesteryears. She is older and has cannot grasp the fact that Obama's appeal is genuine to all Americans from Iowa to Mississippi who have elected to embrace his noble message of hope in the midst of adversity and confusion. This type of accomplishment is new to all of America. Some people like me applaud our progress--others like Geraldine just don't know what to make of it.

Obama's campaign never used the word "racist" when asking Clinton to keep Ferraro in check. It was Geraldine who claimed "they" were picking on her because she is white. They are picking on her because she is out of touch. It is this type of thinking that resonates with many Americans who cannot embrace change. American changed; Geraldine missed the train. She is out of touch like many of our fellow Americans.

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Julie — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 06:55:24 GMT

Unbelievable...Ferraro did the said the same thing about Jesse Jackson in 1988!

Flashback of her comments:

"If Jesse Jackson were not black, he wouldn't be in the race," she said.

Really. The cite is an April 15, 1988 Washington Post story (byline: Howard Kurtz), available only on Nexis.

Here's the full context:

Placid of demeanor but pointed in his rhetoric, Jackson struck out repeatedly today against those who suggest his race has been an asset in the campaign. President Reagan suggested Tuesday that people don't ask Jackson tough questions because of his race. And former representative Geraldine A. Ferraro (D-N.Y.) said Wednesday that because of his "radical" views, "if Jesse Jackson were not black, he wouldn't be in the race."

Asked about this at a campaign stop in Buffalo, Jackson at first seemed ready to pounce fiercely on his critics. But then he stopped, took a breath, and said quietly, "Millions of Americans have a point of view different from" Ferraro's.

Discussing the same point in Washington, Jackson said, "We campaigned across the South . . . without a single catcall or boo. It was not until we got North to New York that we began to hear this from Koch, President Reagan and then Mrs. Ferraro . . . . Some people are making hysteria while I'm making history."

She was obviously called in by the Clinton campaign to do this. What a nutcase!

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Alan, Los Angeles — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 07:01:15 GMT

She is a racist.

So let me see her argument. If I say something bad about BO I am a racist. Hmmm but I believe if I say something bad about HRC I am a misogynist.

She hasn't gotten where she is for the fact that she is a woman riding on Bill's coat-tails instead of her own merits.

Don't tell me that women aren't voting for her because she is a woman. That's BS.

Also let's not forget that HRC excepted contributions from contributions from individuals at International Profit Associates accused of widespread sexual harassment, and whose CEO is a disbarred lawyer with a criminal record, federal campaign records show. Thats disgusting especially the fact that she is a woman. BTW - her camp is not returning the money.

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FJ Stratford, King Of Prussia PA — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 07:09:16 GMT

Enough already! Obama seems to cry racist everytime he wants to get out of a tight situation. Like now - he has to prove that he will follow through on Iraq after Power said that he wouldnt; he has to prove that he means well with the NAFTA issue; plus the Rezko trial and Nadhmi Auchi issue is unfolding.

He is using racism to divert people's attention from his lies on NAFTA, Iraq, Rezko.

Sadly, Democrats accomodate him every time... no exceptions. And then those he maligns get stuck with a charge that is false but takes time to defend.

Enough!

If Obama keeps this up, half the Democratic Party will be accused as "racists" before the primary ends. See here:

Obama used "racism" when people raised his cocaine use. Obama raised "racism" if we say his middle name. Now he says its racism if we mention that "90% of the black votes - the same race as him? Is Obama going to control our words, our thoughts and our actions by threatening "racism" on the whole country?

Ridiculous.

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Hugo Galluzzi — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 07:10:19 GMT

I would love to know how they plan to help find a cure for autism. Finding out what causes something that so drastically affects the lives of so many children should be a national priority. Should be championed by all the candidates. With millions of people listening raptly to their every word, they could have a huge impact. They should start making themselves useful.

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Pot Kettle, Denver, Colorado — Wed, 12 Mar 2008 23:52:18 GMT

And Hillary isn't getting women votes because she's a woman? Seriously.

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Bud — Thu, 13 Mar 2008 00:01:07 GMT

I love this... the ultimate result of the left and their gender- and race-quota nonsense has finally resulted in what they have always accused conservatives of doing: censorship!

The Left needs to nominate a Hassidic black lesbian in a wheel chair who was born on a reservation. Only then can they be truly tolerant and objective.