Delegate update: Obama wins TX

jerry/corpus christi texas — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:22:20 GMT

This is just like Gore/Bush in 2000

Hillary wins the popular vote...
Barack wins the delegates..........

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Ismael, Weslaco, Texas — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:22:40 GMT

So, Obama can't win big states. HRC, stop using it in your attempt to steal the nomination. Or rather, go on using it. It justs proves you are a liar.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Pat, Boston, MA — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:24:17 GMT

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Tony in Houston, TX — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:25:06 GMT

I would have voted for Obama if Sen Clinton had not made it to the Dem convention, but then I worked at the Primary and Caucus in TX and this changed my mind. Now I would never vote for BObama. The way the Obama supporters handled business was underhanded, pushy and unethical. There was no need for all this negative stuff; they had so many voters coming out for them, there was no need at all. The Obama people told lies, locked clinton people out of their caucus, Obama people from other states showed up and tried to take over the sign-up tables, they used so many dirty tricks it was pathetic. If this is the way his foot soldiers are with the opposition I wouldn't want to see him as President, because it would tear the country apart more than what Bush/Cheney have done in 8 yrs.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Jessica, Wisconsin — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:26:03 GMT

Finally! So now we see that Hillary did not win Texas. That puts a little hole in her big state arguement. Does this mean that she has won 1 state since Feb. 5th? How many has Obama won 16? Huh, she is still in this race because??? Hard to argue you will be good on the economy when you suck at math and can't manage your own campaign finances. Hard to argue that you'll be good on healthcare when you don't even pay the healthcare bills for your employees. Hard to argue you'll be a good Commander in Chief when you think it is OK to lie about being under sniper fire.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Diane from Illinois — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:27:30 GMT

Finally!! It's now a fact! NOW do you think Hillary will STOP saying she won Texas? No. Because if you say it enough times, people begin to believe it. Apparently Obama can win a "big" state!

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Char, Illinois — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:27:31 GMT

The Obamas love the democratic process WHEN IT SUITS THEM, but only then.

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Ton, Lynnwood, WA — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:27:32 GMT

Interesting... Thanks firstread and more espectially Chuck Todd, for updating us with the details. Most MSM (msnbc not included though), especially Fox, ABC and CNN are just bent on the nagatives on both Hillary and Obama. I think we should focus on the positives and the position of these candidiates on the policies. Thank you...

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

jodi from jerzee — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:28:51 GMT

So it appears that Mrs. Clinton didn't win Texas afterall! For someone who touts that only SHE can win the big states, let's see how her and Wolfson spin this. I'm sure it will be more of the same downplaying as usual. That's right, what am I thinking, only the states that Hillary wins count.

Give me a break! Just hang in there OBAMA. Remember, you're dealing with a bunch of crooks aka the Clinton machine!

OBAMA '08!

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Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:28:55 GMT

Why not a headline on MSNBC saying Barack won TEXAS!!

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Conrad from San Antonio — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:29:47 GMT

'Twill be interesting to see how long it takes the Hillary camp to get this word. I bet they are still claiming Texas as a victory in August.

Lie#88

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Jessica, Wisconsin — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:30:23 GMT

Tony,

I find it interesting that you point the finger at the Obama camp. I was in Texas for the primary & caucus and also have many friends there and I can tell you that the Clinton folks played dirty, just like they did in Nevada. Hillary even sent you instructions to her people telling them to play dirty so don't even try to play innocent.

I have first hand accounts of the Clintons (all of them) trying to take over caucuses in Nevada - pictures and all.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

jerry/corpus christi texas — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:30:34 GMT

I am one democrat who will vote for Hillary Clinton if she becomes the nominee. Michigan and FLA will be the key.

Having said that, I'm so impressed with the young people in this country who are breaking their backs, doing everything they can for Barack's campaign.

They are coming through for him. It's delightful to watch.
Pat, Boston, MA (Sent Tuesday, April 01, 2008 10:24 AM

Kind of reminds me of the John Kerry campaign in 2004.
The real test will come election day...
Will the vote for Obama?
or will they stay home and play with their playstation 3?

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Lisa, New Britain, CT CT for Obama — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:30:48 GMT

You certainly can't fault Obama for doing what he has to do to win by the conventional yardstick. He is running a fairly pitch perfect campaign against a pre-ordained establishment candidate and surprise, he's winning. We can only hope he runs the country as well!

I salute all you TX delegates who participated on Sat. I was aghast to read of some of your experiences. I hope some of the more heinous violations will be investigated. (I read more transgressions by Clinton supporters but clearly any transgressions should be investigated).

Obama, we always knew you one Texas! (now to recolor those maps??!!)

YES WE CAN!

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

obie, burtrum, mn — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:32:27 GMT

Holy smokes.

We have seen the polls break for Obama in the last week or so including states won by Clinton (California and New Jersey), where Obama now does better against McCain than Clinton. The same is true in Michigan. Yesterday, a Gallup poll shows Dems believe by a whopping 59-30 margin that Obama is the strongest candidate (the margin is even greater among Republicans).

Today, the latest polling from Pennsylvania is out showing Obama has reduced Clinton's lead of 15-20 points of just a few weeks ago to a mere 5 points.

We have heard a great deal about party bigshots and/or superdelegates stepping in to say it is over. Perhaps that is all unnecessary, and the electorate is speaking.

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the Pajama Pundit — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:33:03 GMT

Wow. I'm impressed that you guys have reported this. Big news for the Obama camp.

http://thepajamapundit.com/

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

J, OH — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:33:07 GMT

Tony in Houston, TX (Sent Tuesday, April 01, 2008 10:25 AM)

Clinton supporters were reported to be doing the same thing in Nevada that you accuse Obama people of doing. Go look it up.

The thing is, these are supporters, like you and me. Trying to blame the candidate for how voters react in a voter run caucus is silly.

I find it hard to believe your post is sincere, and would more likely suspect you 1) wouldn't have voted Obama anyway, and 2) didn't even attend the caucus event to begin with.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Sue in La — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:33:53 GMT

This is for Tony in Houston, TX
I think you are a wolf in sheep clothing. In other words I think you area a "Clinton" supporter. Get real! You think people are going to fall for your blog?

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

HM, Philly Burbs, PA — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:34:33 GMT

I consider myself to be a reasonably smart person, but this whole Texas two-step would give even the most talented mathematician a migraine. Is this the "new" new math?

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Pam in NC — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:38:00 GMT

The MSM (Media) cannot headline "Obama won Texas" because he did not. He won more Delegates, but not the popular vote. Get a clue, Obama supporters! Think!!!

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Jerry S. Oakland, CA — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:38:45 GMT

Yes Obama can win big states if his name was as known as that of Hillary. He is, after all, not an establishment candidate. Nonetheless, he narrowed Hillary's 20% point lead in both Texas and Ohio. The only problem for Obama in not being able to defeat her in big states is time and name recognition, not inability to win.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

DOUG Rehoboth Beach de — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:41:22 GMT

Not onlydid she loss Texas but if the latest Rau poll is right she may be close to lossing Pa .Her huge lead is now down to just five points

An there is still three weeks to go

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Jayne Garden, Dallas, TX — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:43:15 GMT

The results in TX are total BS. Hillary WINS the state by 4% but gets less delegates. It is undemocratic and unfair. The DNC has the most stupid way of allocating delegates and winners. No wonder no one can win this election.

If Hillary isn't the nominee, I'm leaving the party and will do so happily with their stupid way of choosing a nominee.

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nj — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:43:16 GMT

YEAH !!!
When do announce this on air

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

donn, pgh., pa. — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:43:19 GMT

Thank you for the good news 'First read'.

THANK YOU TEXAS!

YEEE - HAAAA!!!!!

Bill, you been bucked out yo saddle!

You Go, Bronco Barack!

Pulling for Obama'08

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Pete - Albany, NY — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:43:35 GMT

"If she wins Texas and Ohio I think she will be the nominee. If you don't deliver for her, I don't think she can be." - Bill Clinton, 2/20/2008

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Well, Bill, she didn't win Texas...so...

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Pat, Boston, MA — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:45:25 GMT

jerry, give them some credit for goodness sakes. Over the years they have been unreliable. I don't see it this time around.

Whether Barack wins or not, these young campaign workers are smart and they are determined. They are "out there" unlike most of us.

I can't wait to watch Chris Matthews tomorrow night on his college tour with Senator Obama. I can't wait to see the enthusiasm. I had that enthusiam at one time - for Bobby Kennedy and then Jimmy Carter.

Bobby Kennedy, Martin Luther King, JFK, FDR.

And now Barack Obama for a new generation - good for them!

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

deb — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:48:11 GMT

While you are counting, do you think we might include Michigan and Florida.

The least MSNBC could do is some honest investigative reporting on the impact Michigan and Florida will have on the national election. I do mean something more than opinion. A little homework if you please.

Lately, you have turned a 24 hour news cast into what the campaigns have told you. Is this news or a never ending infomercial?

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Johnson, New Orleans, LA — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:48:22 GMT

"This is just like Gore/Bush in 2000

Hillary wins the popular vote...
Barack wins the delegates.........."

jerry, Hillary is losing the popular vote. And unless you count Florida and Michigan, she is down in the popular vote significantly. Even if you include the FL/MI vote, she is STILL down by a bit. Obama is winning popular AND delegates. Please be well informed.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Jessica — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:48:33 GMT

I can already hear THE HRC Penn and Wolfson Spin Show. It will sound something like this;

"Well, Texas doesn't REALLY matter anyway, because it will go red in November, and you know, caucuses really "disenfranchise" voters, and you know, Pennsylvania and Florida and Michigan are REALLY the only states that matter. And by the way superdelegates, please, please, please, go against the will of the voters and give this election to ME ME ME!!!!".

Same spin different day.

Oh well, OBAMA WON TEXAS!!!

And just a reminder HRC, it's almost time for you to release those TAXES!!!!!!

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

A.Brocco,Albuquerque,NM — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:48:52 GMT

John McCain is running for president and doing fairly well. However, he may run but he can't HIDE from Obama. Eventually they will go head to head in their 1st debate, that is going to be the beginning of the end of McCain as a candidate! That first debate will have more viewers than the Superbowl. Unless they allow Lieberman to sit next to him McCain will be dumbfounded. Run,run as fast as you can John,but you can't hide!

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

California Indy — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:48:56 GMT

Tony in Houston,
We all know the truth and here's the fact:

Anytime a Clinton starts accusing somebody of dirty tricks, you can be assured of 2 things: 1) the other person isn't guilty and 2) the Clintons are using precisely the dirty tricks they claim the other guy is using.

It's called throwing dirt in the umpire's eyes. Hillary may not have a lot of domestic or foreign policy experience but she's very experienced at throwing dirt.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

fortuna, Houston, TX — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:49:58 GMT

I was at SD17 in Houston on Saturday and there was a great deal of passion and exuberance on both sides, but there were no dirty tricks - just hordes of people who didn't really understand the process.

Our precinct sent both a delegate and an alternate to the state convention for Obama even though our numbers should have resulted in the alternate going to Clinton. Why? Because 2 of the Clinton delegates left before the official vote. We even tried to call them on their cell phones to get them to come back to vote, but we couldn't get them. So, long story short, HRC so inspires her supporters that they don't even bother to stay to vote for her.

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Vic, Toledo Ohio — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:50:01 GMT

Luv it!!! Let's see HUGE headlines retracting this win for Clinton and moved to Obamas side.
The young people are amazing!

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Livin a Dream — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:51:15 GMT

HOW CAN THAT BE?

It's an illusion. Bill and Hillary both say she won Texas. The Clinton campaign says she won Texas. If all these people say she won Texas, how in the world can you print an article saying Obama won Texas.

Didn't I see that someone(Comfidentioa Source) said that Obama wouldn't win Texas until Hell froze over.

GUESS WHAT? I Snowed hard in Dallas the other day.

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Awaken Yoshikawa, New York, Ny — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:51:50 GMT

Well anybody can and do say what they wish, but young people are coming out in droves for Obama, not Hillary.
Not because he is Black but seems exciting and new and with new ideas.

That's just the truth no matter who you support. Young people will not be denied once they have their mind made up

Awaken Yoshikawa
Second Life

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sotiredofignorance — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:52:02 GMT

The nominee of the party is picked by delegate count. I'm sorry that the Clinton supporters don't seem to understand that.

Which means that Senator Obama won Texas, which means that it will be taken out of the win column for Senator Clinton.

Rules are rules.

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Media Browski, Nagasaki, Indiana — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:53:07 GMT

This says it all: if you want to debate how we should have beaten McCain for the next 4 years, vote Hillary Clinton; if you want a team that plays to win the game, vote Barack Obama.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Lisa, New Britain, CT CT for Obama — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:53:14 GMT

That's funny Tony in Texas...I was reading first hand accounts (on multiple sites) pointed out the reverse (the way Clinton supporters treated Obama supporters).

I'm sure people were overzealous on both sides. However in the County caucuses there were widespread reports of Clinton supporters challenging everything under the sun and holding up the process. Wasn't reading reports the other way around.

By all means investigate improprieties, I think we all know who is more adept at playing dirty politics.

To the Clinton supporter applauding the younger people getting involved for their candidate, I agree with you. Its inspiring to see and gives me hope for the future.

Obama 08

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LP, Maryland — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:54:04 GMT

Why is this not a headline ...well...hoping Chris Matthews and KO will jump on this ...its a big state big Win for BO

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Jon, Reno, NV — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:54:36 GMT

"Jessica, Wisconsin" is right! I live in Nevada and attended the caucuses. The Clinton people tried to steer and manipulate the entire process! I remember the the old lady who was the precinct captain for Clinton in the caucus constantly yelling at everyone and trying to assume leadership of the caucus. The Clinton people, like the Clintons themselves, are sneaky people.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

JF, SC — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:54:40 GMT

Congrats Obama...to bad come November there are no states that have a Caucus and Primary together to split the Electoral votes. The real number to remember in Texas and in all the other Caucus states is the total vote. Just take a look at the individual caucus states and you will see they are in mostly republican states and the repub candidate that finished second even third sometime woops Obama in the number of total votes.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Kerry, Toledo, OH — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:56:02 GMT

"This is just like Gore/Bush in 2000

Hillary wins the popular vote...
Barack wins the delegates.......... "

Jerry,
You're delusional. It would be just the same if Obama didn't lead the popular vote by 700,000 votes!

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Terry — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:56:34 GMT

If she lost Texas, she cannot win. So says Bill Clinton. Now it's time to move the goal post, Pennsylvania, maybe?

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Lilly, Las Vegas, NV — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:56:45 GMT

Obama is out there campaigning against Bill Clinton, Hillary Clinton and John McCain and Obama is winning. What does that tell you???

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Trev — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 14:56:47 GMT

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Don, TX — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:01:37 GMT

but but but...wasn't the texas caucus system tilted towards minority voters to reward them for their shameless support of their white liberal enslavers, the democratic party?

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Mike, Pittsburgh, Pa — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:02:53 GMT

Clinton won the popular vote in Texas, and now Obama gets more delegates. This is Gore/Bush all over again. The peoples will was for Clinton. The Democratic party is so screwed up.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Anette_In_Ohio — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:03:18 GMT

Don't you think it's funny that when ever there is a victory for Barack, the Clinton supporters start bringing up something will very likely NOT happen. Geesh. MI and FL screwed themselves. Do the research, even your girl Hillary said at one time they didn't matter.(Sniper Fire) She thought she was going to steam roll Edwards and that Barack would be a long shot third. (Sniper Fire) That's why you never, ever, under estimate the American People. I love this country!!!

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

tim rogers, golden, co. — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:04:36 GMT

I can't wait for the Clinton spin on this.She won the popular vote in Texas with the help of Republican voters who hate her, but want to keep her in the race as long as possible to damage Obama.In the caucus vote Obama won by a huge margin among real democratic voters. Excuse me, I forgot that caucus votes are not as important as popular votes, especially when they go against Hillary. I also keep forgetting that 'every vote should count' means pledged delegates for Obama count less than superdelegates for 'big state' Hillary.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

KJ, Dallas, TX — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:06:10 GMT

Wolfson at one particular time stated that "delegates" count and whomever has the most, will win the nomination, period. Also, for those who complain about caucusing, if you are adament that your candidate is the BEST candidate, then the supporters will do whatever it takes for their candidate to win, regardless of how inconvenient the procedures are. This is what Obama supporters do. I saw supporters that I know were probably age 80-85, and supporters in wheel chairs. I attended my caucus, and was there from 8:30 a.m. to around 9:00 p.m. You do what you have to do for the candidate that you believe is the best. Stop complaining. The process works, but you have to be knowledgeable as to how it works and follow through.

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Carl Lewis — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:08:27 GMT

The lead of Sen. CLinton in the popular vote came from Rush Limbaugh voters who would NEVER vote for her in November!

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

pmet, Louisiana — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:09:46 GMT

TO PAM IN NC -
The reason people on the blogs are stating that the headline should be "Obama Wins Texas" is exactly because he won the delegate count. At the end of the day, the person who wins the most DELEGATES is the nominee. Hillary, herself, has said popular vote doesn't matter, it's the delegates that count (of course, that was before she lost 11 in a row). The maps shown on CNN and MSNBC should show that Obama won Texas and Nevada, as he has won more delegates. Give credit where credit is due.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

jerry/corpus christi texas — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:10:35 GMT

Pat in Boston:

This is kids we are talking about. According to the democrats when we were having this SCHIP debate nonsense,a kid is under 25 according to Nancy Pelosi.

I have lots of kids working around me. They are more informed about the newest album, what Lauren is doiong on "The Hills" and how hot the current guy/girl is when they go out. They care nothing about politics.

If they are getting into the races, more power to them! They need to know how screwed up the country will be under a democratic run congress and White House LOL.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Wayne Austin Texas — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:11:16 GMT

To all those Clinton-Heads who say they'll leave the party: You may be able to stand McCain over Obama for 4 years, but will you ab ble to stand a uber-conservative neocon Supreme Court for the REST of your life? For you women, say bye bye to Roe-V Wade,that's exactly what the right wants to happen to this party, hence the Rush lintball Operation Kaos fiasco. Leave if you must, but I don't want to hear you whining about Roe v. Wade, frankly, that issue is too divisive for me anyway. Check, your move.....

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Kristian O — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:12:02 GMT

Obama is on the move in PA. It's only a matter of time before does one of her crying stunts to fool people into voting for her again.

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Patrick Casey, Salt Lake City.UT — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:12:25 GMT

Lets not be disingenuous about this. If the positions were reversed the MSNBC headline would read OBAMA AHEAD IN POPULAR VOTE IN TAXAS.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Joe - STL — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:12:44 GMT

It is now the responsibility of MSNBC and all other media outlets to publish this story on the front pages and officially correct their stories to reflect a clear mathematical win for Obama in TX.

Clinton's claims of a Texas victory have now been totally nullified.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Linda. Boston, MA — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:12:48 GMT

If you include the 2 additional delegates from MI, and the recent endorsements of Richardson, Casey and Klobucher, that gives Obama 14 delegates in the last 2 weeks!!! And there hasn't even been any new voting!

Plus, with Pelosi and Dean likely on his side, it just looks worse and worse for Hillary each day.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Perry "Hussein", NYC — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:14:23 GMT

Well. As I said on MARCH 5, Obama officially wins Texas but Hillary gets to ride a false and FRAUDULENT momentum wave based on the LIE that she "won three out of four states on March 4." Doesn't that sound good? Good enough to ride all the way to Pennsylvania!

How loud would the chorus of "drop out Hillary!" have been across the land had the media not bought this load of crap, had they reported that she only won 2 out of the 4, only 1 out of the 2 major states in play that day, or at least that Texas as a whole could not be called for ANYONE yet? No. A "Clinton surge" was a much more compelling storyline than the actual truth, wasn't it?

Once again Hil shucks & jives (to use the racist language of her supporters) in order to BAMBOOZLE the media and the public she claims to want to serve. Once again, as with Bullets-Over-Bosnia-Gate, she is proven a FLAMING LIAR and she'll laugh & toss it off with a cute anecdote and hope people will forget all about it. "Texas? What Texas? I'm looking FORWARD not backward in this election!..."

Disgusting. DROP OUT ALREADY, before you kill the party dead!

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Linda. Boston, MA — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:14:51 GMT

"Obama still can't win big states. Obamabots can spin this all day long...."
**********************

You should probably look at some recent polls. Obama is AHEAD of Hillary in CA (kind of a big state).

But of course, this is all a part of the Clintonites spin that an inability to win a state in the primaries means one cannot win that same state in the general. It's a bogus claim though.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Crystal — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:18:30 GMT

Obama still can't win big states. Obamabots can spin this all day long. However, a MAJORITY OF PEOPLE IN TEXAS SUPPORTED HILLARY. If Obama wants to do his impression of "W" in 2000, that is his decision.
Trev (Sent Tuesday, April 01, 2008 10:56 AM)

Too bad the general election is based on ELECTORAL VOTES not POPULAR VOTES!! So sorry Trev, when you lose a game based on the rules, you can't start redefining the rules, if a democratic candidate is chosen by the amount of delegates they have, then that is the rule, so I wouldn't care if Obama had 2024 delegates and Clinton had 2023, it is close but HE would still be the winner. You don't give the NBA, NCAA or NFL championship to both teams when the second place team loses only by a point!!! If that is the case then Davidson and Stephen Curry should be playing this weekend as well!!! Sheesh!!!

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

The TRUTH Hurts — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:19:22 GMT

Hillary got 90,000 more votes in Texas than Obama did.
...and THAT's the TRUTH.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Brigitta, Ft. Worth — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:20:25 GMT

I was st SD12 on Saturday as a delegate for Obama. I met an elderly man there who was past due for one of his medications because the conventions went longer than anyone planned. He told me, "But I'm not leaving. I haven't come this far to turn back now." It was his first convention ever, and he believes in Obama so much that he was going to stay the course, no matter what. That passionate support is what will win the day for Obama, no these dirty tricks being mentioned. I saw none of that at SD12. Only a spirit of cooperation and friendliness from ALL of the delegates.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Janice — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:21:39 GMT

This is the way some of our foot soldiers has to deal with the negative, low blow, opposition. If you dont't want it then don't give it. That is all that had been coming from Senator Clinton's forces all throughout this election process. You can't fight all battles the same way and expect to win.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Barbara, DALLAS — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:25:50 GMT

Being from Texas I can criticize the way we vote here. The popular vote should rule. Hillary won it, she should get the delegates. All of these caucus' that are being held are bologna. All that proves is that the younger people can get there to vote and the rest of the people have to work. Don't give up on the states that have yet to vote. They deserve a chance to vote. The best way to do the primaries would be to have ALL of the states VOTE on the same day. No caucus'. The candidates could still debate, make appearances, etc. Yes, they would ignore the small states with few delegates, they do that now. Think of the money and time and effort saved. A candidate would be chosen and we could move on to the general election with lots of time for the two parties to make their case.

It is just wrong to split the delegates. Yes, I'm a Hillary supporter but I could live with Obama. Just use some common sense and not make this so arcane it takes an oracle to figure it all out.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

John, Austin, Texas — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:28:01 GMT

Hillary won the popular vote.
obama won the caucus.
more people voted in the primary than in the caucus.
you had to vote in the primary to be allowed to caucus, but caucusing was optional.
they both won.

those are the facts.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

CJ of MA — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:35:41 GMT

Believe it or not, with the reading I do, I am confused about what consitutes a win in TX? Clinton won primary, Obama won Caucus, so is it whoever ends up with the most delegates from the combination of the prim and caus? Is that who we call the winner?
Or did they each win 1 for clinton, 1 for obama?

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Kristian O — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:38:21 GMT

Ain't it something than Hillary won the California primary, but McCain trails Obama by more than he does Hillary?

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Valerie Putnam, Austin, Texas — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:39:00 GMT

Doesn't Hillary have to run the table, so to speak, in the remaining primaries to make a dent in Obama's lead in delegates and popular vote? Doesn't she have to win by something like 20 to 30 points? Currently she holds an almost 20 point lead in PA. If she can't hold onto this, why can't she? Obama has won quite a few of his states by 20 to 30 or more points. If he can close this PA number within a few weeks, doesn't this show that he could do the same in the fall against McCain? Seems like Hillary needs to win by very large margins in these upcoming states if she has any hope of convincing the Superdelegates to move over to her side. We can see here in Texas that winning by just single digits is not nearly enough in this nominating process.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Bee — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:40:19 GMT

I have been following these delegates race for a while; i sense the Obama campaign is ahead of the curve when it comes to delegate count.

Majority of the news organization are way behind including the associated press.

Let us give credit to whom it is due, Obama has ran a great campaign. He is well organized and his people know the intricacy of Democratic Party.

Without much ado, i'll be more comfortable to have him run the white house compare to Clinton or McCain.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Mary J. Stills — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:43:34 GMT

Senator Obama WINS TEXAS ! Fantastic. A huge state, a huge win. Congratulations to the Obama campaign and the hard work of the supporters on the big win..and the support of the super delegates is very nice as well. Join the campaign. www.BarackObama.com

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Rebecca Geiser, Chico, California — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:44:45 GMT

I am a lifelong Democrat and huge Clinton supporter. That said, I will NEVER vote for Hillary Clinton after this Bosnia/Sniper Fire "misstatement." We are in a billion dollar a week war because a president "misrepresented" a threat of WMDs. I do not want another president who lies and exaggerates threats. I also do not want Howard Wolfson ANYWHERE in the white house. He is another Karl Rove. I am so disappointed that the Clintons turned into Republicans during this campaign.

People always say they want someone different than the normal, political BS. Obama is different. I also recommend everyone watch Verdict with Dan Abrams. His "On Their Trail" segment is delightful.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Meredith Long Island New York — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:46:15 GMT

ALL Democrats will have to work together - this isn't a sports event: it's a campaign AMONGST 2 of OUR candidates. It's disappointing both HRC and Obama camps misbehaved or were pushy. During our New York primary BOTH HRC and Obama people were phone banking, side by side in a civilized fashion. The women who heads up the DNC in our area was an HRC fan, I was phoning for Obama. She was supremely professional. We need to act more civilized: this has nothing to do with us personally and EVERYTHING to do with the USA. So PLEASE STOP FIGHTING because we lose credibility!

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

KayTee, Sacramento — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:47:39 GMT

In November, turnout will be more important than the number of voters who passively support one candidate or another. The number of people who actually vote is always much smaller than the total number of potential voters. Caucuses measure commitment and organization better than primaries do. Committed, organized campaigners turn out the vote for their candidate.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Kevin Curran NYC, NY — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:47:46 GMT

It is downright laughable that Clinton supporters continue to squawk about the caucus rules that apply in Texas and elsewhere. You can bet that had Senator Clinton held onto her inevitability mantel, she and her insiders wouldn't have said a peep. In fact, they were perfectly happy to be stacking the Super Delegate deck in the run up to her coronation. Now that she is losing to Obama her team complains that caucuses are not fair and that super delegates should stay put because we must hear from the people. Isn't this the same campaign that thought this would be all over on Super Tuesday and was queuing up Supers behind her as early as last fall? Everyone, even Clinton supporters, should be grateful to Obama's outstanding campaign which revealed to Dems everywhere how the party and the Clintons set up the game.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Vanessa, Millersburg, MO — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:48:45 GMT

Tim Rogers in golden, co. is correct about HRC winning the popular vote in texas because large numbers of republican voters crossed over, figuring McCain could more easily beat hillary. The movement may have only been loosly organized, but it was in place. Wonder how she'll spin this one?

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

CraigB; Chincoteague, VA — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:48:54 GMT

It is laughable for anyone to suggest that the Obama campaign is pushy. The Clintons try to roll over everyone with their self-indulgency and lies.Obama is QIUITE reserved, mild, and full of integrity than Hillary. My daughter was part of the TX caucus programs, and said that the Clinton supporters were trying to change rules, push people to the incorrect area, etc. But no one should be surprise. How about the STORIES about Bosnia, peace in Ireland, Chelsea on 911, NAFTA lies, etc. Nothing isnew here....Obama wins TEXAS.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Christi Carlsbad, CA — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:51:18 GMT

Hillary did not win the popular vote in Texas, there is proof of Rush Limbaugh dittos crossing over to vote for her to make it look like she won and to keep her in the race. Her pop vote win does not cover the amount of dittohead crossovers. Republicans screwing the democrats again. Why am I not surprised. I am waiting for the Big Headline "Obama won Texas"

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Paul, Madison, WI — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 15:52:38 GMT

#1 The dem committees for MI and FL disenfranchised the voters, NOT the candidates! You should start there when it comes to loosing your venom.

#2 This kills me--"I will never vote for Hillary if she becomes the nominee" or "I will be voting for McCain if Obama is the nominee"

Doesn't it baffle anyone else that these "democrats" are willing to slit their own throats out of spite?!
Willing to throw the party under the bus? To all of them, I say--you better speak up when your friends and coworkers are complaining about another republican term. You better shout loud and proud that you did your democratic duty and cast a SPITE vote for McCain! Don't hide now, hero. It will be because of you.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Nancy Taylor Roanoke, Va. — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 16:39:51 GMT

I am a democrat, however, if "Oh no, Mr.OOObama" gets the nomination, then I will be voting for McCain. The OOObama's (inc spouse e poo Michelle) are totally un American! GOD BLESS THE USA--Hillary all the way!!

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Brnman — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 16:41:02 GMT

Congratulations Sen Obama's supporters in Texas.

People power is spreading all over the USA.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

LYNN — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 16:41:58 GMT

YES WE CAN !

But Hillary's campaign added to this that it would not matter since Texas was a 'red' states. When they said only 'big' states matter, they meant 'big BLUE' states ... like the State of Denial Clinton won overwhelmingly in a land slide.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

RL,KCMO — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 16:46:39 GMT

To the Obama and Clinton supporters. The train of thought that if your candidate does not get the nomination you are going switch to the Republican party is ludicrous. This election is about the Supreme Court and the majority in both houses. Do you want to continue to see US casualities in IRAQ? I don't want to think about if two more ultra conservatives are put on the Supreme Court. It just doesn't matter as long as there is a Democrat in the White House.
On a side note, if Al Gore had put his hat in the ring, we wouldn't have even needed primaries.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

Eli Houston TX — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 16:47:09 GMT

Obama is the real deal. The knockout punch is coming and I'm recording her speech when she has to support Obama...a great day indeed.

Delegate update: Obama wins TX

A Charles, LA, CA — Tue, 01 Apr 2008 16:47:42 GMT

Any democrat who would vote republican after the last 7 years, just because their candidate lost is either crazy or really doesn't love this country.

With all the corruption & abuses of the gop, those are the only possible explanations.

We are learning more everyday how the gop used the patriot act to attack democrat governors. How they are making billions on no bid contracts. How they push policies that line the pockets of big oil. How they are setting up the war so that it will not end no matter what the cost.

Passion is great, stupid is just stupid.