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Hillary Clinton's Birthday Bash
October 26, 2007 7:53 AM
ABC News' Kate Snow and Eloise Harper Report: "Happy Birthday Mrs. President" was the final song of the night, sung by Elvis Costello.
They sure know how to throw a birthday party. The Clintons-- Hillary, Bill and even Chelsea-- spent Thursday night at New York's famed Beacon Theater surrounded by 3,000 of their closest friends.
Well maybe they weren't all "friends" per se, but they did give Clinton a present. The birthday bash raised more than one and a half million for Clinton's campaign.
After performances by the Wallflowers and Elvis Costello, Bill Clinton introduced his wife. On the eve of her 60th birthday he said Senator Clinton is "still looking I think very beautiful".
"She was just 23 when we met," Bill Clinton said, "Poor child didn't know any better."
Joined on stage by Chelsea, Clinton said "We love you and I'm so proud of you. Happy birthday"
Senator Clinton then thanked her family for their support and love.
"For me, it is a great honor and an extraordinarily humbling experience to think that I could be the first woman President of the United States," she told the crowd.
Striking themes from her standard stump speech, Sen. Clinton talked briefly about health care, fighting global warming and education.
She was the only speaker who never mentioned the fact that she turns 60 on Friday.
"I always thought it was impolite to mention a lady's age," Elvis Costello chuckled at one point.
Clearly supportive of Clinton, the British rocker called the candidate "someone who is gonna bring back the music to the White House."
Costello finished his set with an old song written, appropriately, in Hope, Arkansas. He followed that with his classic- "Allison".
Costello also played a couple of duets with the Wallflowers, whose lead singer is Jakob Dylan, son of legend Bob Dylan. (Their final song together: "What's so funny 'bout peace love and understanding?")
President Clinton said his wife's campaign is "not so much for the old rockers but for the new ones"
But many in the crowd seemed more familiar with the senior Dylan's music catalog.
Comedian Billy Crystal was the emcee for the night, entertaining the crowd with quips like--"Giuliani just retracted the Red Sox thing. He's gonna be for Cleveland now."
Hillary Clinton jumped on that theme later. In an obvious reference to Rudy Giuliani's new-found support for the Red Sox Clinton said-- "I have been a fan and I remain a fan of the NY Yankees. No changes!"
October 26, 2007 in Tancredo, Tom | Permalink | User Comments (29)
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Happy Birthday once again... Greg
Posted by: gregory boone | Oct 26, 2007 9:41:33 AM
Hallary and all the other candidates should be ashamed. What a waste of money. We have homeless people in this country, people who don't have the money to pay their heating bills this winter, people who can't feed their families because they are trying to make ends met on $7.00 an hour wage. There are so many people and good programs that could benefit from all this money, but I guess buying a President costs BIG MONEY and SCREW the American People. SCREW the real issues that the Amercian People face everyday. this whole campaign is a joke.
Posted by: Kellmer | Oct 26, 2007 11:11:36 AM
My wish is for you to become madam President! Happy Birthday madam President! My 2nd wish is for B. Obama fo be your Vice-President. With you, we get two Presidents in the White House. I consider the ticket- "the new mod squad." Bless you on your Birthday wishes and mine! Teri
Posted by: teri padilla | Oct 26, 2007 11:12:18 AM
I want to know more about the Woodstock museum.
Posted by: Royce | Oct 26, 2007 11:25:37 AM
yes, I quite agree, no one is allowed to have a festive birthday part - how dare she! George Bush has spent more time on vacation than any other President in the history of the Office. It's a good thing there isn't much going on in the world ... Insted, of noting that; however, let us take a moment to criticize Hillary Clinton for having a 60th birthday party. Fair and balanced, happy birthday indeed.
Posted by: chris | Oct 26, 2007 12:09:39 PM
Talking about a joke, does anyone else see that this whole republican party and this administration is a joke. This U.S.has become a laughing matter to other countries.
Happy birthday, Madam President.
Posted by: JB Valdez | Oct 26, 2007 12:15:26 PM
When will you people see that she is a con artist.. Her doings will be far worst then any other president..
Posted by: Dan Fisher | Oct 26, 2007 12:17:16 PM
Clinton and Bush the Three Card Monty of American Politics. A vote for Hillary is a vote for the same power elite that has ruled and ruined this country for the last count them 16 years.
Posted by: Gar Mowery | Oct 26, 2007 12:29:23 PM
I agree, what a waste of money needed for other projects. They most expect something in return. Another case where the people with big bucks want us to do as they say, not what they do. Big houses, limos etc.
Posted by: s63 | Oct 26, 2007 12:31:49 PM
That women is unbelievable, first such extravagance, and to martyre such an evil person. you can even hear it in her voice I wouldnt vote for her no matter what party she is with. She will be the end of the United States, and anything left of it that still moral.
Posted by: Mel | Oct 26, 2007 12:45:41 PM
Not ranting at someone elses comments, just stating facts. I am 68 years old. I've voted in every election since I turned 21. I believe it is not only my right to vote but my duty. This election has however severely tainted my ideals. I don't see anyone to vote for this time around. Everywhere you look is more disgusting waste and unbelievable self-rightousness. I'm actually glad to be getting so old I might not have to see the concequences of this fiasco. I'm sorry for my children, grand-children and great grandchildren, but right now I see no way out at all.
Posted by: semiaj39 | Oct 26, 2007 12:47:05 PM
I want to know more about the Peter Paul Stan Lee election fraud lawsuit against Hillary and why it is being stifled in the courts?
Posted by: Gar Mowery | Oct 26, 2007 12:48:55 PM
she just makes me want to puke.
they don't get any phonier.
Posted by: hklm21 | Oct 26, 2007 1:05:10 PM
Over 51 % of Americans who are legal voters say they will never vote for Hillary; so all this money being thrown at her is a waste, all this media hype (especially by ABC News) is a waste. Keep throwing money away you Dems, but don't complain about poor people and no money for health care as you are wasting millions on a campaign that will not win. Money that could be used for people who need it.
Posted by: No to Hillary in 2008 | Oct 26, 2007 1:19:45 PM
What much ado about nothing. The article says that she RAISED over 1.5 million from the party, not spent 1.5 million the party itself! Secondly, one and a half million doesn't compare to the trillions spent on the Iraq war, which has served no positive purpose whatsoever. The only result of it is that over 3000 american troops and tens of thousands of Iraqis have died. And was still spending many billions in Iraq simply because of the ego and arrogance of one evil man, George Bush! You people bashing hillary I'm sure are the ones condoning Bush with open arms I'm sure. Idiots.
Posted by: Jason | Oct 26, 2007 1:31:11 PM
Jason shame on you name calling a typical Dem. sorry your so bitter but Im telling right now your lady Clinton is a scandal indisguise and has more skeletons in her closet then you can imagine. And with no self respect of her own how will she respect our country or get respect from others. Im not Bush supporter but I cant support the Anti Christ Hillary
Posted by: Mel | Oct 26, 2007 1:38:32 PM
Happy Birthday Mrs. President!
Posted by: Ryan | Oct 26, 2007 3:29:47 PM
Did Stan Lee contribute, lol.....
Posted by: Tess, California | Oct 26, 2007 10:44:24 PM
I am a Democrat and I can't stand this woman. Bill Richardson is my first choice, but I'm for any Democrat except Hillary - she CAN'T win.
Posted by: Mitchel Huber | Oct 26, 2007 11:20:58 PM
Happy birthday to you Mrs. President. I love all the posters that are afraid of a strong woman in the White House. The GOP has been demonizing Hillary for so long that even some of the Dems believe them. Don’t believe the Bushies - they’re just afraid because they know she can win. I want more of the Clinton years - peace and prosperity.
Posted by: Henry | Oct 27, 2007 2:20:21 PM
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