I'm hope Hillary with Bill's help will be the one chosen in the end. I think the Democratic party has made such a mess out of the way the primaries and the caucauses were carried out. I think after this election they need to come with a way where all voters can participate. Now, at the stage of the game, we are stuck with Sen. Obama who now appears to have been hiding most of his garbage. I don't think most of the democrats can vote for him. It doesn't have anything to do with race, it is about lies, and hate, hate for the Country and hate for most of the people in this Country. Either I vote for Hillary or I stay home. If I voted for Obama, I would feel I was betraying my Country.

At this point it is a trust issue hope and change but trust has to come first.

Bill Clinton has been involved in campaigning the last quarter of a century. He knows it is about caring about the people that you speak to. I believe Hillary understands this lesson as well. Meanwhile, I believe that Obama thinks we're all stooges that are falling for his scam.

I was a Hillary supporter but at the last minute changed to Obama. I regret that decision because I listed to Clinton speak this past fall in Boston and she was dead on the issues concerning this country back then. Obama was into rhetorical speeches about nothing. Now there is a trust issue, along with a competency issue. It is not about his race, he needs to stop crying foul and playing the race card, he is not qualified nor deserves the office of the President of the USA. He has made poor choices and he has not stopped his supporters, mostly blacks and white college kids from all the hatred and racial remarks on the blogs. I hope people make the right decision, because the USA is in very big trouble and Hillary will make the military and the economy strong again and will work towards rebuilding our reputation around the world.

"In past states Clinton has made a point to lower expectations, particularly in Texas, where he went as far as to say if she didn't carry the state, she may not get the nomination."

Was Bill's statement on Texas and Ohio an example of LOWERING expectations? On the contrary, for he said she NEEDED to win both of them otherwise it would be over for her.

She didn't win Texas after all, it IS over for her, and yet she goes on and on, damaging the Democratic cause and Party.

to west coast msgr. the dam is cracking,who would have thought yesterday that murtha would endorse hillary.i would love to be a fly on pelosi's wall to hear that tirad .go girl put him down for good in penn 25 to 30 pts.

So many people have forgotten that Bill Clinton was good for the economy, good for the US. Yes, let's drag out his sex scandals because a $40 million impeachment spearheaded by the Republicans was money well spent. Whatever. In his 8 years in office, I remember an America much better off than the domestic policy that this current administration has basically abandoned.

We love you president Clinton.
Thank you for working with the young generation to build New Orleans after hurricane Katrina.
We appreciate it.

LOM,

I heard that a lot also, as much as I think so.
But the problem here I think some people get bored very easily and they like to see something new, fresh eventhough they don't even know what is the whole package until someday it's too late.
Just like now,,we finally know who Obama is.

I am so excited about John McCain or Hillary CLinton taking this country back!! I mean, look at where we are today. It is truly a good place, after Bill Clinton we had the technology boom and bust, we did not take our opportunity to get Bin Laden, and according to the Clintons and McCain Nafta was good for the country. Both of them voted for this war, and my goodness that was a fantastic decision. I can sleep well at night, knowing not a darn thing is going to change. 8 years from now, no complaining now...ya hear?

crises08, that's nice.

Agreed. The Obama camp , Pelosi, Kennedy and Kerry are in some kind of funky DENIAL now. No Clinton democrat walks up to the booth with a straight face and pulls the lever for Obama.

Lets all hail president Obama. Black racist church going, no experience. Red state caucus winning. Media shield .

The hits just keep on coming. What do we POSSIBLY have in common with this guy. Our pastors dont RANT AND RAVE like a LUNATIC.

Certainly we wouldnt bring our kids there. This guy is a total media invented JOKE.

Forbes '08 Tracker is taking a look at the traits--positive and negative--of Sens. Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama. And the results are striking.

In terms of overall appeal, Obama outpolls Clinton 45% to 29%, and her total appeal numbers are falling while his are rising. But even more striking is how the polled population assigns character traits to each of the Democrats. Barack Obama substantially outpolls Hillary Clinton on every positive trait, while Clinton surges past Obama on every negative.

Republicans will win general election if Hillary gets the nomination. I am a DEMOCRAT but now i am not sure we will.

Both OBAMA and HILLARY have been tarnishing each other reputation just get the nomination and the case is done.

Republicans will win general election if Hillary gets the nomination. I am a DEMOCRAT but now i am not sure we will.

Both OBAMA and HILLARY have been tarnishing each other reputation just get the nomination and the case is done.

Obama is toast because he has proven to be a racist, a liar and a hypocrite. Racism was not an issue in 2008 until Obama injected race baiting and swiftboating the Clintons and insulting all women. He lied about Nafta, and he has double standards with regards to issues. He was offended by Imus for his daughters' sake but yet he brings his daughters to the hate filled sermons in his church. I DO NOT TRUST OBAMA and if he is the nominee, my family is staying home in NOv and we will change party to INdep. I cannot believe the DNC is shoving this guy down our throats!

Their is a new sheriff in town and he's not Royalty...and he doesn't think he is the heir apparent.

You and Hannity all sound alike...do you get that?

Do you tune into hannity and Colmes and find yourself agreeing with Hannity?

Are you suddenly starting to like Bill O'Reilly?

Is Rush Limbaugh suddenly not so bad?

You too must be a Hillary supporter.

Don't you all see who you've become?

Unbelievable. What an awesome speech. If you read it 300 times, you'll find the secret to immortality, the cure to cancer, the answer to the energy crisis and a solution to world peace!

110% behind you Bill. You will help carry Hillary all the way to the White House. Thank You John Murtha for your support also. Indiana will be close but break for Clinton in the end.

Tiffany - Are you delusional? To claim that "racism was not an issue in 2008" would certainly seem to bear that out. Your ignorance of that fact or the refusal to acknowledge it is exactly what Senator Obama was speaking about yesterday. Until Americans - black, white and everything in between - are willing and able to have an honest discourse about racism (as it applies to all people, not just blacks) this country's progress will continue to regress and we will continue to see the vile comments as witnessed in places like this.

Bill wants to be back to the white house and be the next President. everything is about him what he has done etc. where is Hillary? I thought she was qualified for this job?

LOL She still won't have enough dellgates nor the popular vote or have won the majority of states but it might just sway the supers to go against the will of the people....which CLEARLY shows that the Clintons will make decisions in the highest office in the land that GOES AGAINST the will of the people. How nice more of the same old crap for another 4 years...or did tired old Bill just need a sound bite to off set Obama's speech yesterday? Yeah I think most will be smart enough to understand that one LOL

For a second,I thought I stumbled on to Hillary's campaign web site. Then I realized it was the Always Bill Clinton web site.

It is apparent that Hillary supporters are just as divisive as she is. You are quick to toss around the word liar but don't forget about Hillary's lies. What exactly was her role in Northern Ireland and the Balkans? Who really was responsible for SCHIP? Why does she think she can pad her resume?

When is this going to end? At first Bill said, if Hillary did not win Texas and Ohio, she was done. Well she lost Texas, when is she going to get out and stop destroying the Democratic party? Enough is enough, she cannot win the nomination! The math does not work for her.

When is this going to end? At first Bill said, if Hillary did not win Texas and Ohio, she was done. Well she lost Texas, when is she going to get out and stop destroying the Democratic party? Enough is enough, she cannot win the nomination! The math does not work for her.

If Hillary wins Indiana by 500%, then she'll be the nominee :)

So many comments supporting "Clinton" yet it is really Bill that everyone loves and refers to.

Hillary can't even remember the details of the foreign policy experience she's claiming as was evidenced today by her statement that she went with Joe Wilson on a historic trip to Africa. Ooops! It was Susan Rice (Obama's foreign policy advisor). She can't remember because she's making it up as she goes along.

Hillary is no better a choice than McCain in this election and will lose 20% of democrats if she steals the nomination at this point. Vote for her and guarantee more of the same acrimony and divisiveness of the 90's. Her "solutions" are slash and burn the Dem. party if she doesn't get the nomination.

To Abroadabroad:

To discount Hillary in light of Bill is understandable, yet wrong. Obama (presumably your candidate) touts the end of "old politics" and ushering in an era of "A more perfect union". Will he just fire, admonish, or pull a Bush and just not care what others who conform to the "old politics" think? That is most of Washington. Short of a true revolution from Obama's supporters, his policies will idle and languish much like Bush's Social Security and Immigration plans if HE cannot conform to WORKING with "old politics".

The obvious choice for the Democratic party is a Clinton/Obama, Obama/Clinton ticket in November. It will make a lot of activists on both sides eat some humble pie, no matter what the arrangement is. But that ticket is gold.

Hillary could focus all her efforts on her pet project, health care. Obama could pursue any agenda he wants. And Bill? Send someone competent like him overseas for a year of heavy diplomacy. The Clintons will always have haters; but most of them are in this country. Bill is loved throughout most of the rest of the world. He would truly show the international community that real American policy of "pre-emptive DIPLOMACY" is, indeed, back.

This is exactly what Hillary is hoping for - people to remember how good things were when her HUSBAND was in the White House and assume that everything will be just as good with HER in the White House. There is absolutely nothing to support that...

C'mon, people! She thinks you're all stupid, can't you see that?!?!

Transparency! Disclosure! Honesty! Something the Clinton's know nothing about. Since the kitchen sink isn't working, maybe they should throw the entire kitchen!

The discourse on this board is very disappointing, but clearly at the same time it is a sober slice of why our nation doesn't get anything done in the way of public policy.

The reason our nation doesn't get anything done is not because people have different opinions, people have always, throughout history, disagreed on many issues... the problem we have now is that we have politicians who are bought off specifically to not get things done, mostly by big business and in spite of what the "regular" people demand and also because we have political figures who are cowards and are too worried about themselves to take a chance... Can a politician who will make a tough decision please stand up?

To Michael,

HRC has eliminated any possibility of a joint ticket, and even if she hadn't I would be skeptical of either arrangement. If HRC were at the top of the ticket, then Obama wouldn't be VP...Bill would be. And if Obama were at the top I'm not so sure that HRC wouldn't constantly try to upstage him or undermine him. She doesn't want to be cast in a supporting role anymore.

Keep in mind that there is also a portion of the Democratic party, of which I am part, who will not vote for her because of her Iraq war vote or who do not see many distinctions between her and McCain (5 of my family members)except healthcare; and most believe she couldn't get it passed even if she did nothing else. They do see a distinction between Obama and both McCain and HRC. Whether the distinction is compelling is a choice each voter must make. Healthcare will only be achieved with a bi-partisan solution. HRC had her crack at that and failed miserably. Add to it that nothing will get the infirm republican voter out of bed and to the polls like HRC on the ticket.

The choice is clear to me. Obama is a high-minded, principled leader with the best chance at bringing a much-needed change to DC. He gets my vote.

In 2000, The political division between Nader and Gore supporters gave way to Bush's 8 years of dictatorship. The result a trillion dollar war and a once prosperous economy put in shambles. Most people agree that if Nader's ego hadn't clouded the bigger picture of America's welfare we wouldn't be where we are now.

Eight years later, we see the same division in the democratic camp. One can easily draw the striking similarities between Hillary and Nader.

Mike G, TX

If she wins Indiana, she wins the presidency? Okay, so that must mean that the Democrats carry Indiana in the general election, right?

Call me cynical, but unless Limbaugh goes off his rocker and convinces his followers to do the same in the general election, I don't think so.

In light of the fact that Clinton "won" the Texas primary as a result of all the Republicans who voted for her in that state's open primary (yes, I know, it wasn't Limbaugh, it was Republicans suddenly wanting another Clinton for president), Bill's comments reflect the campaign's efforts to take full advantage of Indiana's open primary.

I was a fan of Bill Clinton throughout it all. I stopped being a fan when I realized that he and his wife are really no different than Karl Rove and the others who do anything it takes to win.

I voted for Bill and I am so completely over the Clintons and their monarchy I cannot begin to say. I would LOVE to have Barack Obama as president. If, by some, typically Clintonian method, she manages to steal the primary, I will watch the scandals with relish this time. I won't be heartsick like last time. I am a Democrat but this obsession Democrats have to keep supporting the Clinton's "top down", back door methods are disgusting. Yes, the Democrats are eating their own but I'm just one vote, I won't matter.

Sure Bill wants Hillary to win. He's looking for his third term, and anyone who says he'll sit in a corner and keep his mouth shut is utterly delusional.

This reminds me of a song by the band XTC called "The Ballad of Peter Pumpkinhead"...it was about a man who came in and just wanted to help people...do the right thing. But when you do that, you make enemies who smear you and try to destroy you. And that's what we are...a nation of people that fear positive change. Sure, we cry out for it. But we fear it's success because it may conflict with rose colored memories or "perks" in our life we place too high a value on. If you want the good of life, you need to stop fearing it...stand by those who face it without fear, and find strength as the numbers by your side grows. There is no solidarity in the dark pit of the angry and fearful.

Bill, Hillary lost VA by a huge margin. You promised to win Texas by huge margins. Now you're moving on from promising huge margins in Pennsylvania and saying that *not* losing by huge margins in Indiana is a win.

If this were a football game HRC '08 would be 1st and 10 at the 165th yard line.

You Hillary supporters still don't seem to get it. The only way Hillary can "win" the nomination is if the superdelegates give it to her, which will fracture the party and give the White House to McCain. The eighties are over people, time to move on. The only thing you're accomplishing by continuing to support Hillary is assuring Republicans victory in November.

DL
that is true, I hadnt watched FOX news since the election was stolen in 2000. Now I watch Oreilly, Hannity&Colmes and others. What's up with that?

I believe HALF if not all of these COMMENTS are placed here and all over the net by HRC supporters in a calculated vast Repub-lite conspiracy. The 90s are over, Clintons and divisive race based politics are over. HRC supported this WAR on the floor of the senate WITHOUT reading National Intelligence Estimate. Obama is ready to lead, HRC is more concerned about her own personal quest and the Clinton legacy...DON't BE FOOLED!

Hillary served on the WalMart board during the time of Sam Walton's life when they had their 'Buy American' campaign going on, and she was an outspoken advocate for women in the Walmart workforce. As for Obama, his long association with and speech regarding Pastor Wright just shows that he is racist, a man of poor judgement, and a liar; not presidential material.

Nothing will unite and motivate the republican base better than these three words, President Hillary Clinton.

Yeah, Bill, those voters in Texas that decided to vote for Hillary at the last minute were Rush Limbaugh Republicans. And you went on Rush's show that day! How sickening.

Keep up the great work of trying to steal this election, even if it takes Rush's help. Something has happened to that brain of yours, Bill.

Bill, Bill, Bill ... your devotion is touching if somewhat late. You and Hillary tire me ... you're like a couple of naughty children to Barack Obama's adult. Hillary has lost ... she's been lost for a year. Beginning the race in Ohio is a year too late, a hundred-and-some pledged delegates too late and 20-some states too late.

Elizabeth,

Complaints about "Double-speak"? From an Obama supporter? Please.

Obama is the master of the double speak-- he's just more eloquent and affable about it, so he gets away with it. Let's see, he was for marijuana legalization, then against it, he was publicly against NAFTA, but privately for it to the Canadian government, he was going to immediately drawdown the troops, but then not according to one of his advisors, he had never heard Rev. Wright's sermons, but then he had heard a few...

Do I need to really go on?

I'm just tired of this notion that Obama is a saint. Do I think he's a bad person or a bad candidate? No. But do I think he's the embodiment of honesty and decency? No. He's a politician for crying out loud! You actually believe he is not motivated by power or ambition just like the others. Lay off the Kool-Aid and come back to reality.

Pam Smith: Cite your sources. Give links if you're going to make big statements like "obama supported legalization of marijuana". Unless you have proof, THAT is double speak.

What I see here is that, whether you choose to believe him or not, ONE of them is running the cleanest campaign in decades. The other is using the same, divisive, underhanded tactics that's helped build this hate and mistrust we have for politics. ONE candidate is willing, and has, opened up his personal finances for review...the other has delayed it as a form of strategy (though many believe she's looking for an excuse NOT to reveal those returns...a big upset in Penn, maybe?).

I see so many people trying to convince others that they're living in a dream world in their support for Obama. Why is it so hard to believe that one man might want to at least TRY to do things the right way, as best he knows how? Are you that afraid of having a little faith in a candidate that has motivated people, given them hope for a new kind of government, and stayed calm despite the constant attacks on his character?

If you can, just close your eyes and picture the demeanor of Lincoln..Kennedy..and other presidents who, in the face of hard times, kept calm and let judgement prevail. Now see which of the candidates come closer to that demeanor. You might see what the majority of Americans see in Obama.

After reading the comments on this blog, I believe that dl makes a significant point in comparison:

Barak Obama, his past, and his campaign tactics are ensuring that if he wins the nomination many Democrats and Independents will vote with Republicans in November.

As in 1968, 1972, 1980, 1984, 1988, 2000, and 2004, the Democratic Party is imploding and snatching defeat from the jaws of victory.

Sorry but trust is an issue with the clintons. They have an extensive track record which proves their deceptions, outright distortions, etc.

Today I had to laugh at myself. I got a kick out of this statement:

BILL Clinton went on to urge voters in Indiana not to make up their minds just yet, saying

Hillary does her best when voters think about their choice in the last hours of an election.

I wasn't sure if this is an admission that as before, we'll see another dirty trick 24 hours before the election or a miscalculation that the listeners aren't smart enough to figure out the hidden message.

So of course he wants you to wait to makeup your mind.

Or how about this one:

Bill clinton: "we need your help. We need your help. I believe she will win a big victory in Pennsylvania. I believe she will win in West Virginia and Kentucky. Nobody believes she can win in Indiana because it borders Illinois. If you show them they're wrong, she'll be the nominee, and she'll be the president."

It isn't a desparate plea is it? How does she exactly become president?

Trust is something that one earns in life. I take a deep breath sometimes, read between the lines and I always know where I'll end up - proven facts, past behavior, words!! That's how I pick a nominee.

have a good day.

So I'm sorry to say trust is an ISSUE I have with the Clintons. The more I read the sadder it becomes.

I am sick and tired of people dogging Obama's message of hope, optimism and to no longer be held down by fear. Cynicism doesn't move a people into action. I understand that most of us have been brainwashed by the last two presidents in office to bow down in fear. Those days, ladies and gentleman, should be over. Please stop with the ignorant comments that all Obama gives is "rhetoric." In college, we are taught to embrace hope, set out a goal and talk it up as if were already accomplished. This is vital for successful people. Why on earth would you run away from that? This election has shown how ignorant the American people really can be. They claim they want change, but they show time and time again they are not ready for it. I do not want to hear any of you Clinton lovers or Republicans complaining when Clinton or McCain fails us, as they most surely will. You all will get what you justly deserve. It's too bad that our country's future will be at jeopardy because of people's twisted love affair with the past.

BUSH-CLINTON-CLINTON-BUSH-BUSH-?-? its up to voters to carry on the same and be fooled into believe these shills are doing anything or truly voting your economic interests ... wake up people

I'm sorry but I refuse to vote for Hillary unless she divorces Bill; otherwise my vote will go to McCain as planned.

Trent: What have you been reading. Of course Hillary won the Texas primary. You are thinking of the caucaus that no one cares about. Most people that voted in the primary don't want to vote in the caucaus. The black people probably came out to vote again. Hillary won the major big states that Obama cannot capture and will not capture even if he won the nomination.

Indie7: You are so wrong, Hillary captured the white and Latino voters where have you been? And she will continue to get the Latino's McCain's voters are not going to vote for Hillary no matter what the media says. You should already know that the media hypes up stories and most people believe them.

Indie7: You are so wrong, Hillary captured the white and Latino voters where have you been? And she will continue to get the Latino's McCain's voters are not going to vote for Hillary no matter what the media says. You should already know that the media hypes up stories and most people believe them.