If your democratic candidate does not win the nomination would you support the candidate that wins the nomination? Why or why not?



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As a democrat I support the democartic candidate. Additionally both Obama and Hillary have very simular views on the issues. Their views differ primarily in logigstics rather than the substance of the issue when it comes to health care, the war in Iraq, the economy, environmental issues, and immigration. I would support either candidate over McCain as his views on these issues are much of the same.

Posted by MoJo on 3/12/2008     Kudos: 25   Censures: 20
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Of course I would, and always have. The policies of the 2 parties are in stark contrast. Our country has been brought into a recession by the pursuit of Republican policies, and we can't afford McCain, who would continue most of Bush's policies.

Posted by Anonymous on 3/21/2008     Kudos: 21   Censures: 20
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There is no argument for me, I will support whom ever the demogratic nominee is. However I'm disappointed at the Clinton supporter's who say the would not vote for Obama if he is elected to stand as the demogratic nominee. We must as ourself's as voter's do we really want 4 more year's of republican government. Or can we look past our selfishness and follow the voice of the people. If Obama win the demogratic nod and lose the presidential bid for president, then it will be the fault of the demogratic voter's who stand in their own ignorance. It's time for change and it start's with US!!!!
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Posted by Anonymous on 4/28/2008     Kudos: 20   Censures: 21
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I'm not just supporting a candidate, 'm supporting the Democratic Party stands regarding approaches to social justice issues, education issues, health issues, environmental issues... let alone the issues surrounding the war in Iraq. I think it is foolish to be so narrow minded regarding whichever Democratic candidate is chosen.

Posted by OR Voter on 4/18/2008     Kudos: 19   Censures: 19
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Absolutely! It's not just the office of the President we're voting for. We're voting for the power to get this country back on the right track. To say "I can't stand the person who beat my candidate, so I'm voting for McCain" is senseless unless you want to keep the Republicans in power, and therefore validate all the harm they've done to our country. They need to be sidelined for a decade as a penalty for the lack of leadership they've shown. Quite frankly, true Conservatives need to take their party back from this current group before they should be allowed to lead again.

Posted by sonicendeavor on 4/27/2008     Kudos: 19   Censures: 19
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Come on Democrats - let's stop getting distracted just by the Presidency. This is our Year!! Democrats can not only win electing a Democrat president but can also win many seats in congress. Vote for the Democratic nominee and the best Democrats for state and local positions. Otherwise, this will be the year Republicans laugh at the dissolution of the Democratic party and it is not worth it!! Hillary and Barack are not perfect candidates but neither is McCain or any other politician for that matter. Vote for the candidate most likely to execute our will - the will of the people!!

Posted by Anonymous on 4/26/2008     Kudos: 20   Censures: 24
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If we expect change, Democrats need to stick together, regardless.

Posted by bettyann1 on 4/26/2008     Kudos: 21   Censures: 27
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It is such a hard decision for me. I can't stand the thought of another Republican, but I really don't want to vote for Obama either. Lets just hope that the people that are left to vote in the primaries have enough sense to vote for Hillary! You know, those of us that VOTED in the Texas primaries voted for Hillary!

Posted by pattyb54 on 4/20/2008     Kudos: 21   Censures: 23
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Yes, We have to support the Democratic nomination to make sure that the republicans don't F' up this country any more than GWBJr Has.

Posted by voterman on 3/22/2008     Kudos: 20   Censures: 17
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If a democrat had done his job GWB won't have had to go to war at least and seek out BL. I re-call it was a Clinton that let him slip out of his grib I may not agree with the war in Irqa but at least we haven't had any bombings here in the US since he tigthened up security and took some action. Not saying it will never happen again but at least he did what he thought he had to to keep us safe. As far as going to Irqa because of oil we only get 15 % of our oil from there. So that has always been a lame blame game on Bush Hillary is a lair and repeated the lie over and over then some lame excuse

Posted by Anonymous on 5/7/2008     Kudos: 22   Censures: 19
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I like Hillary Clinton sure, but, if it comes down to voting for Barack Obama or for John McCain, I trust that Obama, being a Democrat, will do better than McCain, who will do little more than fill out Bush's third term.

Posted by Elwood J. Blues on 5/9/2008     Kudos: 18   Censures: 20
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I would love for Obama to win the nomination, however I would support Clinton if she were to win. To say that if my person isn't #1 then I am going to change teams. Please how immature are we in this country. Clinton and Obama basically have the same policies. Acting like 3rd graders and switching teams half way through the game is why we don't let 3rd graders vote. Wake up people do you really want 4 more years of economic hardship and war. Obama can't change that he is black and Clinton can't change being a woman if you choose not to vote for either because of these things you are ignorant

Posted by aj22 on 6/2/2008     Kudos: 18   Censures: 17
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We need to come together as a party. We need to focus on the issues rather than petty rivalries. Just see what this Boston Globe article has to say.
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Posted by someguy2304 on 6/9/2008     Kudos: 14   Censures: 14
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I will support the democratic nominee. It's about doing what's right for our country. Our country is in a recession; growing worse day by day. We can't afford another republican in office for 8 more years.

Posted by Anonymous on 6/15/2008     Kudos: 12   Censures: 12
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Hillary Clinton, unfortunately, turned this process into a popularity contest. She forgot that what was most important was the country. Anyone choosing to vote against Barack Obama, because Hillary wasn't victorious, is voting for all of the wrong reasons. Are they going to hand our country back over to the GOP to allow them to drive us further into debt? To continue to wage war against the wrong country? To continue begging opec for oil? Hillary had my vote, but she lost site of what's most important, and what's most important was not her. I will vote democratic, not republican.

Posted by Anonymous on 6/15/2008     Kudos: 13   Censures: 12



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There is only one with the popular vote and delegates

Posted by Anonymous on 3/12/2008     Kudos: 20   Censures: 19
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Though many say the reason they can not vote for Obama because of inexperience I have a harder time getting past the fact that he spent 20 yrs as friend to Father Friegal(spelling?) 20yrs in the pews of Rev Wright who helped him form his religious attitude, who was like family, and Uncle, and married a woman who is racist and has only recently become proud to be an American, who while helping the poor in Chicago became good friends with a slumlord who has been accused of criminal activity and don’t forget his good buddy Ayers, the domestic terrorist. And you think inexperience is important?

Posted by szc on 6/9/2008     Kudos: 16   Censures: 16
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If Obama wins the Demo. Nomination I wouldn't Vote for him to be the local Dog Catcher. He doesn't have the experience or expertise to be the president of these United States. All Obama can say he wants to do is make change. How can you believe someone will do good for our Country if the Church they belong to is friendly with HAMAS? Obama can't be trusted and will probably be instrumental in tearing our Country apart!

Posted by CASeniorsitizen on 4/18/2008     Kudos: 24   Censures: 20
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You're an idiot!

Posted by Anonymous on 5/17/2008     Kudos: 16   Censures: 18
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most white people are so afraid that black people will treat them as bad as they know they treated black people in america, that they would give iraq the things they need to start a war, so it would be hard for a black man, so they can say ,"see, i told you". What white people dont know is ,we dont have tails, we are not like yall,and it has always been hard for us , but we shall over come, always have.

Posted by www.creativetwoballoons.com@att on 7/26/2008     Kudos: 13   Censures: 10
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Barack Obama may some day be ready to run for President. But no candidate with so little experience can win my support for the most important job in the world. Our President must be more than a figurehead. Also, he and the first lady are "cheerleaders in chief" for the U.S. Do you really believe Michelle Obama is going to go all out in promoting our country. She really has a chip on her shoulder!! I will vote for John McCain before I support Barack Obama. Perhaps he could be Vice President!

Posted by Anonymous on 5/2/2008     Kudos: 28   Censures: 22
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If Hillary does not get in, I shall vote republican. McCain is an honorable man and I believe he will not start unnecessary wars, also I believe he is a 'special' kind of republican and if he is elected he will govern fairly all the people, and will probably bring the troops home ASAP because he is a reasonable and compasionate man. Obama does not give me the Universal healthcare I want (neither does MCCain) but I'd rather trust McCain than Obama any day. Obama lies, has no foreign policy experience, doble talks, has worked to disenfranchise the people of Florida and Michigan.

Posted by lee on 3/24/2008     Kudos: 18   Censures: 22
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As a physician, of the three candidates, Obama has the BEST plan for healthcare. Under Hillary's plan, healthcare will NOT be universal, as there will still be millions of people who cannot afford to purchase it AND will be fined for not doing so. Obama has a plan to force the health insurance companies to be less greedy, as you know their profits are in the billions, by forcing them to spend more on actual healthcare, rather than denying care and keeping as much profit as they can. Currently, health insurance companies keep 30% of health care dollars, other countries are in single digits%.

Posted by Anonymous on 5/17/2008     Kudos: 18   Censures: 18
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It's Barak or nothing! That's it. End of story!

Posted by madoyster on 3/26/2008     Kudos: 21   Censures: 18
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No nor will I vote if they are on the same ticket. I can't see Hilary being in 2nd place espcially with Bill there coaxing her on wouldn't work. She would over step her boundaries. AS VP. I will vote McCain because I trust him as do many democratics respect him as well. Maybe the house would actually work together for a change and pass some well needed bills and start working for the PEOPLE rather then for future PARTY elections just to gain control of the house.

Posted by Anonymous on 5/7/2008     Kudos: 21   Censures: 24
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If Hillary isn't party candidate for president, I will vote for an independent, Ralph Nader. I oppose the republican platform: Iraq war, support of big business, and issues relating to a woman's choice. I truly believe this country would benefit from a strong woman president, rather than a man, of any race, who hasn't firmly stood up for their values and speaks around issues, e.g.Obama's "frank" discussion on race. We all owe a debt to someone (if only our parents); however, from a political stand point, Nader owes no one.

Posted by dla_daleevans on 3/30/2008     Kudos: 20   Censures: 17
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Dont be scared, it's not like if you vote black you can never go back. When it's timewe will get back to that,but vote demc. come back. Vote for President not for color.

Posted by www.creativetwoballoons.com@att on 7/26/2008     Kudos: 9   Censures: 9
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TO PISS THE PRESS AND BLACKS OFF

Posted by OBIEMAMA on 4/11/2008     Kudos: 18   Censures: 20
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No, because I want PEACE and I do not believe that Hilliary Clinton has it in her to put aside her tricky ways, So we will not be safe with her in the White House.

Posted by bluej on 3/21/2008     Kudos: 22   Censures: 19
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Despite the media’s apparent belief that it, not the voters, should decide which candidate should be elected, and when, and its strenuous efforts to discredit Clinton and force her from the race, she'll win. She's smart, tough, experienced, & far better prepared for the job and responsibilities of the oval office. Democrats know she can steer us back to a sound economy without wars, with good employment, the same health care plan that Congress members enjoy, gas & electricity we can afford, increased employment, lessened out-sourcing, & an income tax that's fair to the working class.

Posted by patrick knif on 5/11/2008     Kudos: 16   Censures: 16
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Based on Obama’s record to date, we have no reason to believe he could or would do what Clinton will, such as bring a sound economy without wars, good employment, health care for everyone, gas & electricity we can afford, increased employment, less out-sourcing, & income tax fair to the working class. Further, Obama’s lack of valid presidency qualifications--prepared plans/programs, experience, any real accomplishments--with his basic philosophy per his autobiography, his "selective" " memory, & close ties to Ayers, Faraquan, el-slsl, Wright & Rezko cause deep concern about him.

Posted by patrick knif on 5/11/2008     Kudos: 17   Censures: 20
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As the campaigns progress and more of Obama's true character and morals, history, etc., emerges, many voters have already had second thoughts about his self- proclaimed honesty, transparency & accountability (and also about his shortage of qualifications) and decided that Clinton is the better candidate, and many more voters will have second, & third, thoughts as they learn more about Obama. This is verified by the exit polls. As us non-elitists say, Obama ain't all that he'd like us to think he is, and the voters are learning.

Posted by patrick knif on 5/11/2008     Kudos: 16   Censures: 16
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I could never vote for Hillary because she is a liar. She is already lieing to the American people and she always tries to cover it up or back-track.

Posted by pharm416 on 4/21/2008     Kudos: 20   Censures: 20
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i was pro obama. but after witnessing how cnn, msnbc,public radio and others i used to trust, were literaly comercials for obama i understood how things really are. hillary has made some mistakes,but she has stood and still stands strong. obama fizzeled after one tough debate. also as a 53yr old white guy i agree with rev wright. the chickens have come home to roost. why did obama disone this man? hillary is tough and we need that! obama talks well but isnt strong enough to acomplish much. blitzer,russett,mathews i trusted you, i watch fox now. their crap but at least a little truth gets out.
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Posted by tacotomas on 4/29/2008     Kudos: 20   Censures: 16
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Your first mistake was to ever "trust" the mainstream media. They're are all owned by corporations with an agenda. We have 3 candidates - 2 are as boring as watching paint dry, while on the other hand you have a firey Obama who draws more viewers. Who did you THINK they were going to back? And futhermore, why would you care about any of that other noise they keep throwing out? These are politicians and they all have ties to questionable people, ESPECIALLY Clinton. She has accepted more money from lobbyists than anyone in congress, and has paid everyone back through legislative favors.

Posted by sonicendeavor on 5/4/2008     Kudos: 22   Censures: 17
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If Obama does not win. I and all my friends and family will not vote this year. We want change and Obama has that!! So Hillary could have this on her record over 30 hispanic's will not vote for her, since she thinks she has all asleep. NOT us!!

Posted by DIaneT on 3/18/2008     Kudos: 16   Censures: 19
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great plan dumb ass>

Posted by Anonymous on 5/9/2008     Kudos: 17   Censures: 22
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Yes I will. It's purely a defensive move to get the Republicans out of power. They've done an absolutely miserable job of watching out for the people of this great nation. With the exception of a few of them, like John Warner, they've backed everything Bush wanted to do, no matter what the cost, and they need to pay for that. I don't buy the "I'm standing on my principles" view of not voting for the winner of the nomination, we need to stand together if we want to move this country forward. Clinton and Obama's views are almost identical on the issues, and either would do a fine job for us.

Posted by sonicendeavor on 5/4/2008     Kudos: 17   Censures: 19
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It's Barak or nothing!

Posted by madoyster on 3/26/2008     Kudos: 21   Censures: 18
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Clint's smart, tough, experienced, & far better prepared for the job and responsibilities of the oval office. Democrats know she can steer us back to a sound economy without wars, with good employment, the same health care plan that Congress members enjoy, gas & electricity we can afford, increased employment, lessened out-sourcing, & an income tax that's fair to the working class. Based on Obama’s accomplishments and experience to date, we have no reason to believe that he could or would do the same; and his scarcity of valid presidency qualifications & history cause deep concern about him.

Posted by patrick knif on 5/11/2008     Kudos: 20   Censures: 16
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Based on Obama’s record to date, we have no reason to believe that he could handle the job of president; & his scarcity of valid presidency qualifications--prepared plans/programs, experience, any real accomplishments--along w/his history, basic philosophy per his autobiography, his "selective" memory, & close ties to Ayers, Faraquan, el-slsl, Wright & Rezko cause deep concern about him, who he'd choose as advisers, cabinet, & chiefs of staff, & where he'd lead us. He promises change but so did George Bush. Clinton promises change, & we can trust her changes will be for the better.

Posted by patrick knif on 5/11/2008     Kudos: 16   Censures: 18
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As the campaigns progress and more of Obama's true character and morals, history, etc., emerges, many voters have already had second thoughts about his self- proclaimed honesty, transparency & accountability (and also about his shortage of qualifications) and decided that Clinton is the better candidate, and many more voters will have second, & third, thoughts as they learn more about Obama. This is verified by the exit polls. As us non-elitists say, Obama ain't all that he'd like us to think he is, and the voters are learning.

Posted by patrick knif on 5/11/2008     Kudos: 17   Censures: 18
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As I watch Obama- he speaks of all the change he wants- but no clear plan to make change- All words and no action (look at his record) does not make a President. The fact is the Democrats have a chance to win the White House back, but if you allow the candidate who is getting support based on 1st time voters and voters just voting for race- they will not win. He has no track record (unless we want to talk about his past employer the slum-lord or his friends). As a 39 year old female making with Husband 150k a year- we will both vote for McCain.

Posted by kellyj7101 on 5/12/2008     Kudos: 17   Censures: 18
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Those who say Obama has "no clear plan to make change" have either not been paying attention or have difficulty understanding English. He has clearly outline MANY plans, Hillary is the one who talks in circles, evades questions, and makes promises just to get votes, ie, the gas tax plan, which NO economist agrees with and she cannot deliver this anyway, as it takes an act of Congress. She will do or say anything for votes, clearly NOT who you want in the White House. Vote for McCain, and our country will be much worse off in 2013 than it is today!

Posted by Anonymous on 5/17/2008     Kudos: 16   Censures: 17
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It will be racially motivated, because Clinton is trying to move it in that direction.

Posted by ebonyvirgomale on 5/21/2008     Kudos: 13   Censures: 13
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Experience is the only choice. Hillary or McCain definately not Obama. We cannot afford to see what Obama may do or what his ideas will be. Our country is in a difficult situation and we need strength and experience at this time more than ever. Bush was a nubbie and look where that has taken us!!

Posted by Anonymous on 5/29/2008     Kudos: 14   Censures: 13
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I have no respect for her

Posted by minola on 5/31/2008     Kudos: 15   Censures: 13
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I have no respect for her

Posted by minola on 5/31/2008     Kudos: 16   Censures: 12
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I have no respect for her

Posted by minola on 5/31/2008     Kudos: 15   Censures: 15
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At this point, seeing how Hillary is conducting her campaign, I would not vote for her now. She only wants to play by the rules when they benefit her. I would just not vote at all to show my dis-satifaction with her campaign.

Posted by ebonyvirgomale on 6/3/2008     Kudos: 13   Censures: 16
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That would be hypocrisy.

Posted by Alice Wolf on 6/3/2008     Kudos: 15   Censures: 12
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Should Obama lose, NO WAY would I want another Clinton in office. Come on people, how soon we forget before the Bush era. Strong supporter of Obama but you can betif she is on the ticket "anywhere" I would vote McCain. If bill was not in the picture, perhaps she just might be okay.

Posted by Reagan on 6/3/2008     Kudos: 15   Censures: 12