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Carter Will Not Endorse Until The Convention
April 13, 2008 5:59 AM
ABC News' Mary Bruce Reports: Former President Jimmy Carter confirmed in an exclusive "This Week" interview with George Stephanopoulos that he will not be endorsing any time soon. "The only thing I know is that, I have not made an endorsement, and don't intend to, until the time of the convention."
Despite previously dropping hints in favor of Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill., Carter said "I'll let you make your own judgment...about my inclinations. I've told you what I -- as much as I intend to reveal."
On the state of the Democratic race, Carter said he agreed that superdelegates should not overturn the will of the people but that "any superdelegate who wishes to deviate from that opinion should be perfectly free to do so." He went on to warn that "it would be a very serious mistake for the Democratic Party... if a candidate had the majority of popular votes, the majority of delegates and a majority of states -- all three -- were the superdelegates to vote contrary to that, I think it would be very difficult to explain."
Carter harkened back to his own experience in 1980, when asked whether the lengthy 2008 nomination process is hurting the Democratic process. "The Democratic Party, unfortunately, was split very badly. And maybe it was my fault, because I didn't hold it together while I was president. But you may or may not remember that on the reviewing stand at the convention, after I clearly defeated Senator Kennedy two-to-one, he refused to shake my hand, ostentatiously, and made it clear to his supporters that he was not supporting me." So, you know, that was a situation that I think, I hope was unique in American Democratic politics. And I don't have any doubt, at this point, that no matter who wins at the Democratic convention, that the other candidate and all of the Democratic delegates will fully support the one who is finally chosen."
April 13, 2008 in Tancredo, Tom | Permalink | User Comments (195)
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Maybe Carter is trying to get the Hamas endorsement for Obama; They would fit right in with Rev Wright and the rest of the scum, terroist, racist - Obama hung out with out of college in Chicago! Kick his but Hill, if not Democrats for Obama!
Posted by: John in Cape May | Apr 13, 2008 8:57:16 AM
Republicans are responsible for Cuban oppression???
Remember -- Carter was president for four years and followed the same basic policies. Now he's your hero.
Bipolar?--S
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I think the strongest advocate of the hardline were and still are the republicans. Except the USA haven't gained anything from that stance.
Carter is not my hero, but right now I think he is one the most reasonable voice in American politics.
Who else do you expect to have such a voice? W. Bush who cannot construct a single sentence that is structured and logical?
Please don't call me bipolar. We can have a civilized exchange with a tone of respect.
Posted by: Lance D. | Apr 13, 2008 8:57:52 AM
Obama is so Jealous that Carter is going and not him. He can't stand it.
He wants so bad to prove his Diplomatic skills and foreign relations.
So doing what Obama does best, he will Condemn Carter, rip him apart and call him many names. Like a jealous 10 year old.
It is way past time for Obama to grow up.
Maybe it is time Americans started voting for Grown-ups to be President.
Posted by: seah | Apr 13, 2008 9:01:31 AM
John in Cape May
In fact, an Obama endorsement by Hamas would carry more weight than an endorsement by Carter -- among the idealists who live in dreamland. It would be a nice exchange for the publicity and photo-ops that the terrorists get by being pictured with an ex-American president.
Of course, Obama too would meet with terrorist leaders. He is unmistakably on record saying as much.
Posted by: S | Apr 13, 2008 9:02:19 AM
Davis - Yea, Bush is a real looser - we have been safe since 9/11 because of the mountains of information we gained in Iraq thanks to our professional military; we've had an excellent economy up until recently, but anyone who knows anything about the economy knows that it moves in cycles, we are way overdue for a downturn, and what is happening now is not Bush's fault - more like the stupid lenders and borrowers who acted foolishly - I don't always agree with Bush, but he has the ability to make the tough decisions ... as for Carter, did you try to get a home loan when he was president - he had our economy so messed up it took years to straighten out; he was a total failure at foreign relations - a weak leader who couldn't do anything right - it took a Republican who again had the ability to do something to get anything done - and the Iranians were so intimidated by him they released our hostages before they felt his rath. No, I haven't been in a coma - just have some common sense.
Posted by: Ravenhair49 | Apr 13, 2008 9:02:35 AM
I'm trying to determine who is the bigger moron -- Carter or Obama. I'm stuck! Can anybody help me?
Posted by: S | Apr 13, 2008 9:17:43 AM
Obama was recorded saying in the Chicago newq paper Electronic Intifada.net march 4th 2007 to Ali Abhumina the cofounderof the paper that he was sorry he couldn't speak about Palestine He's in the middle of a campaign and when things calm down he could be MORE UP FRONT. And that is when he just finished reassuring AICP the american jewish organization in Chicago that he has Israel's interest at heart. Enough with lies. Enough with the bias.
Posted by: ruthmatters | Apr 13, 2008 9:20:02 AM
Carter the worst president in history? Far from it. We need to get a Democrat back in the White House, after the last disastrous 8 years. Unfortunately, if Obama is the nominee, we'll be stuck with 4 more years of disaster under McCain. WAKE UP AMERICA, OBAMA IS UNELECTABLE. He's the one tearing the party apart.
Posted by: Anita Baker | Apr 13, 2008 9:23:21 AM
IF OBAMA GETS THE DEMOCRATIC NOMINATION I WILL VOTE REPUBLICAN FOR PRESIDENT FOR THE FIRST TIME IN MY LIFE. OBAMA WOULD NOT STAND FOR ALL THE PEOPLE JUST A SELECT FEW. MICHELLE SAID THAT SHE WOULD HELP BLACKS ABOVE ALL OTHERS AND SHE HAS JUST LATELY BECOME TO BE PROUD OF HER COUNTRY. HE LOOKS DOWN ON FOLKS IN SMALL TOWNS. I AM PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN.
Posted by: S4B0 | Apr 13, 2008 9:38:07 AM
Iswear Carter is becoming senile. There things we are not being told here.I mean who in his right mind would take on a trip such as this in the middle of a campaign??? if it were not for a political statement!!!! It is like turning missles facing Israel.
Why not an OBAMA/Osama ticket or the other way around while we're at it?. Hamas never wanted peace with Israel Only its destruction.The United States is its only ally. Obama is not going to keep that promise with Israel.
Posted by: ruthmatters | Apr 13, 2008 9:43:03 AM
S,
Well we all know Hillary will run the country, the other one I am not so sure about. He'd have to ask somebody what to do or who to talk to first.
Posted by: J | Apr 13, 2008 9:54:41 AM
Thank you Holmes
Posted by: ruthmatters | Apr 13, 2008 10:03:29 AM
According to Rasmussen, Hillary now leads Obama nationally. Obama's favorable rating has plunged to under 50%.
Maybe democrats are smarter than I thought.
..... (Sorry, lost my head)
Posted by: Aston | Apr 13, 2008 10:05:13 AM
As regards the Hillary binge drinking, I have to admit I was half asleep when I read the papers and I was just as dissapointed as all the rest when I realized it was THAT kind of shot that Hillary took. I figured she was under sniper fire again.
Posted by: Mitch | Apr 13, 2008 10:15:35 AM
I'm sure Obama's response to the newest polling data will be met with a veiled tirade about residual racism. He's just that way!
Posted by: S | Apr 13, 2008 10:15:51 AM
Who cares if Hillary had a shot and a beer? Like none of you have ever done that before.
Posted by: J | Apr 13, 2008 10:26:39 AM
These leaders need to stop being cowards and come out and support Hillary, now!
Just kidding.
Who would support that lying fool. She is the most transparent person in America.
Posted by: for Hillary | Apr 13, 2008 10:31:03 AM
Interesting postings. Obviously, Americans would never face the truth about your country. We will see how far down the ladder you will drag your country, which used to be the most admired in the world. I guess 8 years of GW Bush is not enough to come to your senses. Keep sticking to the ignoble parts of your pasts and detest change to something better for the future.
Posted by: P_TORONTO | Apr 13, 2008 10:32:57 AM
P_Toronto- Please mind your own business, neighbor. We can handle our own family disputes, thank you. Peace and OBAMA 08!!
Posted by: Mitch | Apr 13, 2008 10:43:39 AM
Face it Obama-nuts. According to Rasmussen, Obama's favorable numbers have plummeted -- now under 50%. Hillary now leads the empty suit NATIONALLY! Check it out!
And just think where his numbers will be in the next poll -- after voters have dissected his anti-rural-American speech.
Posted by: S | Apr 13, 2008 10:44:28 AM
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