http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspxWith all eight Democratic candidates on stage, the great and the good along with the second tier, it’s difficult for anyone to shine so brightly that he or she will be regarded as the winner—and the media, at least in the first flush of commentary, seldomen-USCommunityServer 2.0 (Build: 60608.1)http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167167Tue, 24 Apr 2007 22:57:12 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167167Hakim Rasheed, Pittsburgh, PAGo Obama!!!!!http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167196Tue, 24 Apr 2007 23:24:21 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167196elba douglas las vegas nevsen. clinton you have my vote. i hope that you get to the white house please investigated all the oil ceohttp://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167249Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:12:31 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167249mclain28i think the clear winner is hillary shes an well experience- obama/just tak and talk no substance. edward a bet ok? we need someone who has lots of expreience otherwise this country is going down the tube like republican didi to this country desarray. hillary has to watch out obama nbec, obama is so critical to hillary plus hes so sarcastic.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167274Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:34:58 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167274Susan Salomone, Syracuse, NYIf folks are serious at looking at experience - then take a closer look at Bill Richardson. He has the MOST experience and varied experience of them all. Wake up folks and look behind all the retoric and glitter. http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167278Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:38:05 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167278nkm@fidalgo.netAnybody but Hillary. I don't believe anything she says, after her refusal to apologize for her pro-war vote. No matter how brilliantly she may appear to perform in this debate, she can't erase that stain.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167281Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:40:25 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167281Jason JI'm rooting for Obama. Its time for some new blood. Isn't anyone else sick of The Bushs and Clintons? Do we really need Bush-Clinton-Bush-Clinton?http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167284Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:41:53 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167284Norman K. MarshAnybody but Hillary. I don't believe anything she says, after her refusal to apologize for her pro-war vote. No matter how brilliantly she appears to perform in this debate, she can't erase that stain.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167289Wed, 25 Apr 2007 00:45:56 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167289Jack Doe, Monunment COTo early to care. I'm sick of Obama and edwards already. Maybe it is time for a woman.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167332Wed, 25 Apr 2007 01:09:57 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167332 Cra Ste Chicago, IL Hillary will be impressive in the debate - she always is. She's smart and has a lot of substance and experience. http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167348Wed, 25 Apr 2007 01:27:48 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167348Danro, Meridian, IDI think Barack Obama should announce Hillary Clinton as his Vice President. I'm pulling for you Barack.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167367Wed, 25 Apr 2007 01:39:56 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167367Mack, Harrisburg PAI agree, the rupublicans didi this country desarray and Edwards is a bet ok. But I don't think Obama is just tak and talk, no substance. He's got substance he's just talking his time to pull his substance out and when he does I think we will all be impressed. And all of that will happen even though hillary, shes an well experience.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167370Wed, 25 Apr 2007 01:43:31 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167370Eric Gedenk, Knoxville, TN.Obama has the fresh new voice that needs to be heard by democrats and republicans alike. This election is not about bi-partisan politics, its about getting this country back on track, and Mr. Obama is the man to do that. http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167374Wed, 25 Apr 2007 01:46:31 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167374Philip A. Byler, Huntington, New YorkThe loser will be the American people if any of the Democrat candidates is elected President in 2008.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167378Wed, 25 Apr 2007 01:48:42 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167378StuartKucinich is the logical choice!http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167388Wed, 25 Apr 2007 01:58:53 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167388Rafeal, St. Louis, MoLet's put it this way, I am for Hillary and Edwards. The others are playing race cards, Iraq cards and probably with the SWTG or with no cards at all. They (Hill and Eddie) seem to be the most genuine and less crafted of the bunch. They respond with openness and without presuming too much. You can tell they are at least CONCERNED with what is going on, not just 'running for president.'http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167395Wed, 25 Apr 2007 02:06:26 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167395GOP, Carterville, ILGo McCain!!! All the democrats are hipocrates!http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167401Wed, 25 Apr 2007 02:17:53 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167401Paul, Sacramento, CAObama in '08!http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167422Wed, 25 Apr 2007 02:36:27 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167422Erin MedlicottLet's see. Hillary had eight years in the White House to get a national health care plan passed. Yet nothing happened. It's hard for me to concentrate on John Edwards' message about caring for the poor when he is building a $2+ million dollar mansion for his family. Barack Obama has been in the U.S. Senate for, what, two years? The only one I see capable of handling the world in crisis mode, which is what we're in right now, is someone with a bit more experience than 8,4 or 2 years....with the ability to think strategically, manage crises here and abroad, and has the power to negotiate -- Joe Biden.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167423Wed, 25 Apr 2007 02:36:44 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167423Nate GatesI don't want to know what the commentators think- I prefer to think for myself. Obama will show his dignity, tact and intelligence in this debate.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167474Wed, 25 Apr 2007 03:54:29 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167474Mark, Levittown Pa.Senator Clinton you have my family’s vote and then some! I hope you win, I am really excited for the race and I know you will win; you will be the one on top this time! No recounts for sure!!! Mark, Pa. http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167477Wed, 25 Apr 2007 03:57:13 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167477Joshua David, Lynn, MAThe only loser will be the voters who think any of the Democratic candidates will say anything original.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167484Wed, 25 Apr 2007 04:00:18 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167484lapoldgo obamahttp://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167500Wed, 25 Apr 2007 04:27:51 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167500Greg Kopp, Las Cruces, New MexicoWatch and listen to Bill Richardson. There's NO ONE among the candidates who has the national and international perspective that he has, and the right values for our country. It's about time we have a courageous politician with a backbone who will speak the truth as he sees it.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167526Wed, 25 Apr 2007 05:19:20 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167526Marc Terrebonne, OregonWe need someone who has real experience. I like Bill Richardson. He has international experience and domestic experience. He will also mobilize the Hispanic vote. He is a Washington outsider, who knows his way around the Beltway.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167544Wed, 25 Apr 2007 06:01:11 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167544Brian, Bellingham, WAObama has experience, 8 years as a legislator. The question is who will appear solid, smart, and not playing to whatever the political wind is a the time. Hillary has declined in my view when I saw she was for whatever was popular at that time (see flag burning admendment)http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167607Wed, 25 Apr 2007 12:19:53 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167607Cunningham, Philadelphia, PAFor me, the winner will be the candidate that finally points out that we can't say we want freedom and a better life for the Iraqi people in one breath, and yet insists "we fight the terrorist over there and not in the U.S.". Is that what we do with people we care about? Use their country to fight our war? Who will step up and point that out finally?http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167639Wed, 25 Apr 2007 13:08:28 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167639Brenda Geren, Benzonia,MII feel that after reading alot about all of them. That Edwards-president,obama-vice-president. As for Clinton, I don't care for her. And I'm female.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167648Wed, 25 Apr 2007 13:18:03 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167648Rob Decherd, TennesseeHow about an Edwards/Clinton ticket????? Sounds great.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167705Wed, 25 Apr 2007 14:03:31 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167705GaryWhat I wouldn't give for just one candidate who I thought would actually do (I said, do, not talk) something about the huge issues facing this country. I don't see one in this list of usual suspects so I guess it's pick the best of the worst again. Lord help us all.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167711Wed, 25 Apr 2007 14:06:39 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167711ed mcgil, boston, mass.the first one to give us a list from which they will choose a cabinet will come out on top.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167741Wed, 25 Apr 2007 14:29:17 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167741BFObama wins the debate, the nomination, and the general election. Watch, wait and see...http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167780Wed, 25 Apr 2007 14:56:33 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167780Rich, Buffalo Grove, IllinoisI'm from Illinois and once everyone figures out that Senator "pothole" is nothing but a charade, a person who smiles a lot, ignores substantive ideas, and simply uses popular speech to gain media attention, Democrats will look elsewhere. I can't stand Obama...and I'm a liberal Democrat. I can't stand any of them, really, but Richardson looks to me like he could do a good job. But hey..any of them will be better than the crop of the GOP.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#167990Wed, 25 Apr 2007 16:56:18 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:167990JJ, Killen, TXAll you guys seem to think the democrats are any better than republicans. They are all politicians and will say anything to get elected. Just because Hillary voted for the war does not make her a fool. Kucinich is one of the most ignorant of the group. Obama is probably the better choice even though he is new to the game. The big problem in Washington is that a lot of politicians have been there too long. It is ran by a bunch of old, grey-haired, 1950-60's throwbacks that still have the mindset of that era. you cannot run a country in the 21st Century with the demeanor of the 19th Century. They all need term limits. No one here can tell me that at age 70+, your mind is what it was at age 35. 80% of the people in Washington are past Golden Years. Its bronze for them. We need new, young, whether republican or democrat.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#168010Wed, 25 Apr 2007 17:08:24 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:168010Brandon. Charlotte, NCIt amazes me that out of all of these candidates that only one has published real views towards change? Thats Edwards. Edwards didnt enev hesitate to acknowledge that he would have to raise taxes to get universal health care. That takes guts, integrity, and common sense, because we all know that none of these other candidates will say anything of substance, just a bunch of fluff if you ask me. Go Edwards!http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#168018Wed, 25 Apr 2007 17:12:06 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:168018Pat, Pittsburgh, PAThis for me is a no brainer, question, Clinton or OBama? If you needed protection for any reason, would you rather have a seasoned veteran protecting you and your interests or a rookie? The choice is yours come election day. For me the question is clear, give me that seasoned veteran every time. She has been there before, knows policy, and as for her war stance (apology), damned if she does, damned if she doesn't. To nkm@fidalgo.net if that is all you can see regarding Hilary, you certainly don't understand the importance of the next election. You must lead a shallow life. http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#168105Wed, 25 Apr 2007 18:07:43 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:168105Evelyn, Raleigh, NCIf we want the White House we have to have Bill Richardson. Someone with depth & experience that could actually get the independent / GOP voters support. So take a look and listen. I think you'll find substance ... not glitter & repeaters (i.e.; Edwards & Clinton)http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#168384Wed, 25 Apr 2007 20:27:44 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:168384Bob Caldarelli, Raton, NMHillary wouldn't even take a stand when her husband was unfaithful how can she be expected to make a stand as president. Bill Richardson will be by choice because of what he has done as governor of NM and his expierence in Washington. Richarson for President in 2008.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#168452Wed, 25 Apr 2007 21:16:03 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:168452Jon Abaya, Oakland, CaliforniaMy first preference is Al Gore. If he is not coming back, then John Edwards is my second choice. http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#168516Wed, 25 Apr 2007 21:58:06 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:168516Greg Hill Hillary's experiance card is a sham.Absent her 6 years in the senate,she's about as qualified as Barbara or Laura Bush.Her war vote is unforgivable as we needed people with guts and conviction to stand up for the lives that were thrown away.The flag burning bill and attempt to replace Obama in the SC speech show what a dishonest panderer she is.Edwards who got rich in the courtroom,couldnt contain himself in the Cheney debate,and may not be any better than Bush in a crisis.We cant afford another Republican supreme court appointment.That leaves Barak Obama(Dodd isnt the type that gets elected POTUS unfortunatly)who is absolutly brilliant,honest and inspires.His experiance is that he is on record predicting the outcome of the war,while an Ill. elected official.Thats the experiance I want.Thats the experiance that alot of sons,daughters.husbands and wives,not to mention our service members needed.We got cowards instead,including Edwards who took Bob Shrum's advice and voted for the war.Kennedy saved the world because he was smart maybe Obama's smarts can get us back on trackhttp://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#168551Wed, 25 Apr 2007 22:27:26 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:168551Bob LIt's as simple as ABC. Anyone But Clintonhttp://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#168733Thu, 26 Apr 2007 01:08:17 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:168733David D, NY, NYHillary will come through and win. Obama 08 is like Gary Hart 84 -- Where's the beef? http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#168855Thu, 26 Apr 2007 03:13:21 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:168855Don, Colorado Springs, COAnyone that bristles over a democrat winning the election in 08 need only look at the huge mess we have now with the most arrogant, uninformed decider this country has ever seen. Although far from perfection, the wisdom and depth of several democratic candidates can hardly be contested. As much as many may not like Clinton personally, she has the internal grit, intelligence and ability to tackle the hardest of issues. There are no simple answers to the many multi-faceted problems we have today. http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#168859Thu, 26 Apr 2007 03:16:30 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:168859Steve Proctorville OhioIf you vote in another Republican then you deserve what you get. Come on, look at what a mess this country is in!http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#169049Thu, 26 Apr 2007 12:56:01 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:169049robert L. williamsonObama will be our next president, and you heard it here. He may not have the experience, but neither did Bush, at least he is honest. http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#169180Thu, 26 Apr 2007 14:31:38 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:169180Brando,Bronx,NYEdwards and Omaba '08....That's the Democratic Presidential Ticket right there. http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#169331Thu, 26 Apr 2007 16:21:10 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:169331juliet,mtn. view. caiforniahillary i hope u winn this debate or u win and get the white house- ur the qomna of substance-obama not we need a pres, who has subsstance-been there an dont that.i know clinton ur husband and you is very good in this country uve done that before. democratic is the ebst in this country sray away form republican party- they destroy this country,.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#169353Thu, 26 Apr 2007 16:32:06 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:169353D. Turner, Clayton, Ga.I will campaign for Hilary CLinton, I haven't a clue as to how any woman in America can not realize that we are so much smarter than men. We just need to learn to stick together and root for each other instead of acting like Mean Girls!!! Girls rule, Boys drool, never changes from high school days. 'http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#169626Thu, 26 Apr 2007 18:49:08 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:169626Jim Carbondale, ILI'm an Obama Democrat all the way. I don't understand all the people who say he lacks substance. Have you read his books? I honestly don't think that questioning his substance is apt. If you're going to question him, you may have a point with inexperience, but the bunch we have in power now were supposed to have all the experience, and look where that got us? I like Clinton, but she is way too institutionalized and beholden to big money donors. I like the ideas Edwards has, but he came off as way too scripted in 2004, and I'm afraid he will again. Richardson should have ran in 2004. He seems pretty good, but he is just getting overshadowed by the big names. In my opinion, Obama is in a class all by himself. I haven't seen anyone connect with people the way he has since Bobby Kennedy.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#169758Thu, 26 Apr 2007 19:57:07 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:169758PhyllisThere will be one clear choice after tonight's debates. One that will appeal to every American and all of our concerns and issues that affect our daily lives. There is but 1 choice for any kind of common sence solutions to all the problems we face day in and day out.! Clearly, John Edwards!http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#169779Thu, 26 Apr 2007 20:16:25 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:169779Moe Schislernone of the above would be my choice ! to bad a. baldwin not running, with all his publicity he'd be a shoein for the libshttp://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#169844Thu, 26 Apr 2007 20:53:32 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:169844Jim Spartanburg, SCI predict John Edwards can bat cleanup and has a chance to clear the bases tonight. If no one talks about his issues except him, then I think his message will resonate in Orangeburg and the rest of SC. Second place could be the surprize of the night and might be Senator Biden. He has strong support among some influential groups here. I think Hillary and Obama will play it safe and just try to maintain. http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#169881Thu, 26 Apr 2007 21:08:48 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:169881Eileen A. Morrison Maitland, FL Hillary Clinton is "The Best and The Brightest". This is the time, this is the place, and the need for a leader of her caliber could not be more acute. Go Hillary!!http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#169898Thu, 26 Apr 2007 21:15:26 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:169898John Taylor, KalamazooAny of these guys would do better than the feudal system of government brought on by republican administrations. If I had to choose one of these candidates right now I would pick Edwards. He has come out with the political integrity and honesty to state that he'll raise taxes to have a real health care in this country, but I'm waiting to watch the debate tonight before I start giving out contributions.http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#170613Fri, 27 Apr 2007 00:48:51 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:170613Mitchell, Alb., NMI don't like Biden, but he was the clear winner. http://hardblogger.msnbc.msn.com/archive/2007/04/24/166884.aspx#171448Fri, 27 Apr 2007 05:16:48 GMT8a5d2dbc-a0e4-4c7a-979f-3188051f228e:171448Kenny TokusatoPlease, people. Anyone who thinks any of the candidates can beat Obama, you're either high or out of touch with reality. The only person who comes close to Barack is Hillary - but all of Washington knows she has way too much baggage.