Barack Obama's Debt to Hillary Clinton

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He OWES her.
BIG TIME.
He never came through on his promise to help with campaign debt.
I know we love to see him as the messiah, but he has gone back on his word a few times (remember the public campaign financing thing?). I hope he has some honor, and doesn't throw her under the bus once again.

lordamexx of NE 1:09AM November 15, 2008

Abraham Lincoln, Martin Luther King, and Robert Kennedy, all foretold of a New Birth,and a New America for the United States.
The time has come, and the leader to make it happen, happens to be a black man, President Elect Barack Obama. Although some people, both democrats and replublicans have rejected this idea, Jehovah God's intervention has made this possible.
I don't doubt for one minute that Senator Hillary Clinton would have been a good president, but it's apparent that the change Senator Clinton would have provided is not what the American people wanted or needs at this time.
Barack Ohama and his family will bring back the unity that so many American families need. A husband who love his wife, and wife who is submissive ('help meet')to her husband, where both are involved with the upbringing of their girls.
In addition, our country is made up with a diversity of culturual differences, which Barack personally have expereinced, and the only way you can possibly fill the pain of a child, teenager, young adult, and an adult, who have overcome the prejudices of being indifferent, is to have walked in their shoes
So, as a person of color, I' looking forward to the "New Birth and A New America' that President-Elect Barack Obama will bring to all people, all around the world.
May God Get The Glory

Patty Coats of OH 4:58PM November 12, 2008

Don't really trust Barack Hussein Obama because Obama did not have Hillary Rodham Clinton as vice president. Although, Obama stated from his own mouth that anyone would have Hillary Rodham Clinton on their shot list for vice president. The next thing that Obama did was announce Biden as his vice president.
Obama is too much "flip - flap" and no leader to -- yes, God Help and Bless America!
Next presidential election, Sarah Palin-President and the black man-Vice President that is going to head up the republican party as chairperson -- need to team up and head out 2012!
Sarah Palin needs to remain the Governor of Alaska until the next presidential election in 2012....and "Drill Baby Drill."
SARAH PALIN IS THE GREATEST!
GO----SARAH PALIN...PRESIDENT 2012!!!!!!

Blondshag of 1:13AM November 12, 2008

I can't understand the Hillary supporters here.
"I can't believe the Dems were so ignorant to give the Dem party such complete control of Washington."
Wow. That's just... wow.
NEWS FLASH:
Its not about Hillary. Its not about personalities and paybacks. Its not about triangulating. Its not about imaginary Black Panthers or marxist terrorists. Its not even about Barack Obama.
Its about making America a better country.
Get on the bus or get out of the way.
I believe Hillary Clinton was helping Obama because she believed in his platform. Sure, she'd like some help with her campaign debt - and I think Obama should help - but this isn't a movie or a soap opera.

Bill of OR 11:10AM November 11, 2008

When the financial crisis hit, Obama started invoking the Clinton legacy of prosperity big time and Bill and Hillary were there backing him up every step of the way. I believe people trusted him on the economy for no reason other than he had the backing of the Clintons. I don't think he would have won without the confluence of these two factors (tanking economy and Clinton legacy).
I am happy that Obama won, but I think Hillary was by far the superior choice for President at this time in our nation's history. She really grasps the problems and issues that we face. I know she will continue to work tirelessly to make this country a better place.

Maggie of CA 4:00PM November 10, 2008

It's time to unite. Instead of spewing hatred for Senator Obama because he won majority votes in the primary and general elections; and, because the American people have decided to select him as our 44th president - we need to moveon.org.
And give hime a chance to unity this country and launch America on a path to recovery.
President Elect-Obama and Senator Clinton are adults and will work out something out.
I believe that, as Americans, it is our job to be supportive in our speech, writing and deeds - until such time that it is deemed unnecessary.
In the meantime, empower yourselves tolearn to love your neighbor, and, be positive.

of 12:18PM November 08, 2008

I always think that other than Hillary, all other candidates would have been a disaster, especially for the world economy. She is definitely more qualified and experienced than Obama who is merely a gifted orator. McCain could have run on a maverick stance but the far right on the Republican party was too short-sighted to see that they were out of touch.
Obama could not have come at the worst possible time with a thin resume and vague economic promises. Whereas Clinton, if she got the nomination would have presented a better and concrete economic plan.
Since the American electorate actually voted for Bush again in 2004 with disastrous results, I'm betting disillusionment in 2012 and 2016. I hope Hillary runs again. Go Hillary!

Ike 5:58AM November 08, 2008

obama is the president and he shouldnt owe her anything she should owe him not him owing her is she crazy

sherly of GA 9:37PM November 07, 2008

I followed and loved Hillary Clinton ever since she and Bill worked together to get him elected president the first time. During that time women talked about her head bands and how they did not like the way she dressed. But, all I could see was a highly educated and intelligent women who, some said, might have had more on the ball then her husband who was running for president. It is funny that now the same women are mad that she was not nominated for or elected president.
I could not wait for her to run, and when she did I was ecstatic. But then she said there was no telling when she would end the war, and all the energy and spirit I had for her began to drain from my body. It was not until Code Pink booed her on stage over and over that she began to change her tone. I still gave to her campaign.
When she won the Vermont primary something felt wrong- even-though she was the one I was rooting for. I began to take a long look at Obama. He had all the right answers. He was brilliant and even-tempered. He was a everthing that I thought a president should be in this time of crisis. My third eye told me that I had been looking at the wrong candidate.
Yes, I am woman and I still hope to vote for her some day. But for now, at this time, everything inside tells me that Obama was meant to be, and Hillary was not quite ready. I do hope though that he has a place for Hillary in his cabinet

Black Moon-Woman of NC 6:23PM November 07, 2008

all of MRS Clinton's positions have come directly or indirectly from her connection to Bill Clinton. Her job as an instructor in Arkansas to her senate position (pardons and pity propelled her into the senate) and she has done little but run for the presidency for the last eight years. Someone said we need to remember Hillary is brilliant; WRONG Bill Clinton is brilliant Hillary is his wife and not bright but merely well educated. She has been mentioned for the supreme court but is no legal scholar, has a dearth of experience in the courts, and has never been a judge. but let's give her a seat on the highest court in the land just because she may want it.

john grant of NY 6:06PM November 07, 2008