Obama: Clinton Gotten "Desperate" In Campaign

Barack Obama sat for an interview with Nightline, which was previewed on Good Morning America today. He dismissed the tone of Hillary Clinton's recent national security ad, suggesting that her campaign had "gotten a little desperate" after their series of primary losses:

http://link.brightcove.com/services/link/bcpid1439819556http://www.brightcove.com/channel.jsp?channel=1178199204

Comments

[studlyguy]

Obama is down to gettng nasty ,interesting ,now who is the one being negative

[Buddhabman]

She might win Ohio, but Texas is going to be close, Vermont for Barack and Rhode Island probably split.

Hillary's supporters mock Obama, on who is nasty now, as soon as he bites back. So we will take the high road, but be warned. You haven't seen the worst of "Where's her supposed Foreign Policy Experience". We have bombs too.

Obama 08

[EvoMan]

Actually, he will win Texas by a comfortable margin. Ohio is now too close to call. Vermont is safe. But Rhode Island might be a surprise.

[dajay]

Save your boms for the Republicans. You are sure going to need them, buddy.

We know it is easy for Obama to get away with bullying Hillary, a woman, and a candidate that hasn't been given a fair shake by the media.

It won't be so easy with McCain.

[dajay]

Right. I don't get it. For a candidate that is so full of momentum (and bull crap as well), the winner of the past 11 contests, and has every endorsement and the media up his butt, he is starting to become a bit unraveled.

I expect Mr. Arrogant to sweep all those states tomorrow.

[rmetz74]

You do, huh? I wonder where you go that... Right out of the mouth of Clinton's spin machine, maybe?

http://thepage.time.com/clinton-camp-memo-on-obama-expectations/

Weird how it's the opposit of what Bill said a week earlier.

http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/Vote2008/story?id=4318311

Golly, it's almost like they're trying to shift people's attention away from Hillary tomorrow, huh?

[kevenhussienseven]

FISA UPDATE!

The House leadership is considering splitting up the Senate abomination in order to allow congressmen to trade votes (you vote yes on A, I’ll vote no, you vote no on B, I’ll vote yes) in order to give them cover to pass the entire bill.

Please read:

http://tpmmuckraker.talkingpointsmemo.com/2008/03/todays_must_read_287.php

http://www.salon.com/opinion/greenwald/2008/03/03/democrats/index.html

http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/3/1/175613/1399/825/467005

A list of Blue Dog Congressmen thought to be sympathetic to the concept of Telecom immunity is at: http://www.dailykos.com/storyonly/2008/2/29/145640/493/398

Then call Pelosi, Hoyer, Conyers, some Blue Dogs and your own congressman and raise holy hell. Tell them that only the RESTORE act is acceptable.

From the article: “Under pressure to end an impasse over espionage legislation, House Democrats are considering a plan to vote on a bill next week that would give the government broad new eavesdropping authorities but strip out a provision that would protect phone companies from lawsuits.”

Please act!

[moda31]

shh barack stop saying what everyone in their right mind is thinking!

[brwnizofmine]

Isn't OHIO one of the places that got us GWB? They should be trying to redeem themselves!

[EvoMan]

Time for this again. Don't let the title fool you:

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2008/2/20/201332/807

[deb813]

Thank you so much for sharing that link. Why isn't this information more out there? He doesn't talk about his accomplishments enough.

About the desperate Hillary Clinton, she is oh so desperate but not sure he should have said so. He should have let her keep digging her own grave instead of helping her along. It will piss off all those women(of which I am one and in the Hillary age range but am firmly behind Obama) who support her.

[bleu23]

Ditto!

Hillary, where are your tax returns? What are you hiding, girl?

[iPolitics]

Hillary said today that she wants a "time-out on trade agreements." Lol. She thinks the rest of the world is her child. She supported NAFTA 100%.

[MichaelO]

How does Obama reconcile his venom for NAFTA (in light of Ohio, I might add) with his message of being more open to the rest of the world? Eliminating longstanding free-trade arrangements will put us into an isolation position that will not be accepted by the right to far-right in this country. Will he treat them like the NeoCons treated liberals and steamroll over opposition to his policies? Or will he play the 'scratch my back' game? What are your policies in regards to free-trade, then, with Mexico and Canada? Does he want to move to the 'Amero'? (look it up on Google).

All of these questions are legitimate. I made a couple Obama supporters infuriated on another site because they couldn't answer these simple questions. They thought I was lying and accused me of being a 'Hillary Troll". I called them ignorant and delusional for saying so.

Sorry, just an American here, concerned about the direction this country is taking and where it is headed. If it's impolite/unnecessary/wrong/racist/slimy to ask some hard questions, for a change, of Obama, then how will he be any different than the other side of the coin of Bush?

[iPolitics]

Our relationship with the rest of the world isn't simply connected to free trade. It has to do with security too. Going to War with Iraq without the support of most of the world (then being proven wrong: WMD's) plays a bigger role. Having an open dialogue as Obama has promised will help. He didnt say he was against free trade. He said that these agreements had to have higher labor standards in countries like Mexico. He would also take away tax breaks for companies who send American jobs abroad. Those are fair policies.

Neo-cons want to have pre-emptive wars. That's clearly not true of an Obama White House. Much of the dislike for the states at the moment is due to Bush's arrogance. His us against them theme. His fight terrorism with us or you're helping them philosophy.

[iPolitics]

Also consider that McCain will continue the Bush policies and arrogance. There is video of him singing BombBombBomb Iran. Youtube it.

[AnninCA]

Such BS. She was the first lady, and Bill Clinton asked her to support him. I heard a caller who was a union guy who actually went to one of her stump speeches for NAFTA.

He was just a regular guy, and he said this: "It was obvious she was less than at ease with NAFTA."

But that's not my biggest complaint on this issue. My biggest complain is where is the real leadership here?

I understand jobs were lost. I understand NAFTA became like "Wall-Mart" in triggering off feelings.

But NAFTA was actually the right move.

What's wrong is what Bush did.......which was push it into the arena of global privatization which is, frankly, a flipping nightmare not only on the job front but also for consumers.

That's not NAFTA.

And I cannot believe we have to regress to trade restrictions.

We can figure this out.

We need some restrictions only for our safety, frankly.

But WE need to get into solutions about new industries that support Americans.

[rjean]

hillary wants alot of things she isnt going to get...LIKE THE PRESIDENCY...

come on texas....put her and US out of our misery

[MichaelO]

Ah yes, to win a campaign. It shows you have the moxie to govern and the pre-requisite for getting things done. Then let's begin...

What are his plans regarding North Korea? Should we give them trade for barely addressing the nuclear question? What about our troops languishing and raping in South Korea? What's the continued policy on that ?(remember, if they come home or are sent to rotate troops in Iraq, then North Korea could invade or, more likely, influence South Korea with China).

Terrorist leader in Somailia; do you strike unilaterally or talk with Ethiopia (they're still in charge over there since invading)? How would you reward/apprehend Muqtadr Al Sadr before he end the 6 month cease fire? Would you agree with Russia's obviously rigged elections? What are you going to do about it?

How will you rectify the discrepancy between the stock market and the reality( say, like, in New Orleans)? How will you bring the gas prices down? How will you improve the deficit? How will you improve healthcare and is it impossible to apply it to everybody with some tweaking? Will you pursue justice against this administration?

ANY OBAMA SUPPORTER THAT CAN ANSWER ANY OF THIS, PLEASE DO SO. If he's expected to learn this 'on-the-job', acknowledge this as well. If he wants the job that bad, he'll get it. And everything that comes with it.

[EvoMan]

Let's turn it around. Given the terrible and inept campaign she's put together, how is she going to deal with these issues? What makes her the best choice?

He's put together a powerful, efficient and effective campaign. He knows who to hire to get the job done. He'll handle these issues just fine.

[AnninCA]

You post this regularly?

Campaign tactics do give us information.

And so has Obama's.

Take a closer look.

[MichaelO]

--Given the terrible and inept campaign she's put together, how is she going to deal with these issues? What makes her the best choice?

I'd figure since they (yes, meaning Bill and Hill) ran an administration before, they would have some knowledge. I don't think Mark Penn would have any influence about Iraq. I also doubt she is the 'best choice'; that implies perfection and no one person is perfect. Please don't label Obama 'infallible'. It can only break your heart later.

--He's put together a powerful, efficient and effective campaign.

Yes, but that does not translate into policy. AxelRod cannot make decisions about Armenia; if he does, who is really in charge?

--He knows who to hire to get the job done.

This I will definitely, and hopefully, agree. Reaching out to Republicans is a good beginning.

[flyguy14222]

Uh...he pays his "volunteers." She doesn't have to, as we are lining up willfully. He only has 1 issue and America is waking up to that fact...let's just hope it's not too late for the sake of the country.

[bleu23]

Did you ask some of the question of Bill Clinton when he ran for President? I mean, he is a pro on N Korea, after handing them 6 million they merriily continued building the stuff we paid him not to build. I think you need to ask Hillary these questions as she has NO experience with foreign affairs. Sher lacked security clearance but, was able to get FBI files of Americans she did not like in her fingers and lied about them. I am certain that Hillary has big experience with the economy and wall street and recession etc. She has so much in common with the poor and the middle class people,. That reminds me, where are her tax return? Misplaced or hidden until she secures the nomination? I would do the same, the woman is loaded and where did those millions come from? China? Where are those monies invested? In the islands? Why does she not produce those records, it's a requirement if you want the people to trust you.

As to the rest of your questions: I bet you would not find the best informed candidate in anyone, therefore you have a cabinet and members who will suypport your efforts to keep America healthy, safe and prospering.

[bleu23]

Listen you, I replied to this same post yesterday and here we go again:

I believe that Obama can do a lot better then Hillarys husband did regarding North Korea. Old Billy paid the North Koreans 6 million bucks and thought his problems with them would go away. Right!~ Merrily they continued with their nuclear program and snubbed the nose at Clinton and the USA!~ And you don't think Obama can do better then that? Priceless!~

As to Russias RIGGED elections: What's so bad rigging an election? Remember the Bush/Gore chad hanging Supreme court decided election? You think something wasn't rigged there? I mean, I read that the dead arose and went to vote for Gore, that people who could not read or speak english found the name of someone who was supposed to win and put the pin in the hole. You see nothing rigged? I do!

Again the gas prices are not anyones forte in politics, Obama will clean house with the lobbyists and perhaps can get a better relationship with the oil barons. Hillary would just be an extension of her husband, who actually barely made it out of the oval office when the s**t hit the fan and the bubble burst. I actually haven't found any any stocks with a 650 P/E since Bill went to NY.

Yes we can!

[sarainitaly]

how the hell is that ad an attack ad? my god, he is so arrogant I can't stand him anymore.

[Seattlelite]

Just to clarify, not that it would matter to you I'm sure. He didn't say the ad was an attack, he said it was a sign she has gotten desperate. Then he refered to, the fact that she had step up her "attacks" and she has. Seen any of her stump speeches lately?

[sarainitaly]

"she has gotten desperate, and a lot more aggressive in her negative attacks"

sounds like he is calling it a negative attack ad to me. but, of course, you don't see that, because it is a negative comment about Obama.

[MichelleB]

check out this great clip
http://www.lessig.org/blog/2008/02/20_minutes_or_so_on_why_i_am_4.html

[MichelleB]

check out this great clip:

http://www.lessig.org/blog/2008/02/20_minutes_or_so_on_why_i_am_4.html

[Mondayboy]

Paul Krugman is one of the reasons why economists are failing our country. Instead of developing quantitative approaches to real world problems, someone like Krugman opens his fat mouth and gives "opinions" about subject matters he knows little of.

He sucks and is a huuuuuuuuuuuuge disappointment to all economists.

What a shame!!

[AnninCA]

By the way, I think the idea that his religious beliefs are a tough question is a complete joke. Soft lob headed your way, Obama......

[rmetz74]

It's not a tough question. It's a question that has already been answered many, many times.

http://www.snopes.com/politics/obama/church.asp

[IMustKnow]

Obama's arrogance is offputting. He enjoys talking down to people as if he always knows better. He sounds more desperate than HIllary Clinton.

[AnninCA]

That's the downside of his academese. The upside is nobody understands and so they can say he said whatever they wished he had said.

The downside is that his arrogance shows.

[PrdAmerican]

oh..as if SHAME ON YOU BARACK OBAMA isn't arrogant and "offputting". not to mention her diatribe about heavenly choirs and the skies opening. I'm getting to the point where I can listen to her for as long as I can listen to Bush...and he's at about 4 seconds.

[Ermasdaughter]

He's not arrogant at all. Just confident. Try getting the chip off your shoulder.

[anthonylee]

Hillary isn't arrogant?

She's the definition of arrogant!

The Clinton machine attempted to utilize the DNC as their private organization to serve their needs, floated the "inevitable candidate", discounted the Iowa voters, didn't even bother to stay in SC and concede the race, she doesn't need any input or help outside of her "top closed-circle advisers" - to name a few.

Maybe it's just me, but these actions seem arrogant-esq to me . . . .

[StrayTalk]

It's 3:00 in the morning and the phone rings. Who will answer the phone? Senator Clinton will." Hello? how the heck would I know?, what am I the weatherman?" as she slams the phone down. Bill rolls over and asks " who was that dear?" Hillary replies, " I dont know, it was some woman who wanted to know if the coast was clear."


With credit to Deval Patrick or Joe Biden or maybe it was Winston Churchill?

[Seattlelite]

I think she would say "why am I getting the first call".

[beaglebump]

To those giving your support to Obama - - please consider the reality of your candidate. He offers words, promises, inspiration, a "young and hip" charisma, but little else. He is nothing more than an empty box w/ a nice bow and card. Our country needs the experience, cool head, and depth of knowledge that Hillary Clinton offers. She is not in it for ego (hell, after what she endured in the public eye as First Lady, who needs it?). Yet, she is compelled to fight for the fundamental democratic values of this country, in spite of the constant Clinton bashing that you and the media have inflicted. I, as so many others, am inspired by her perseverance and commitment! She is the one who offers change - not naively for change's sake, but in a constructive and progressive direction. Obama's probably a nice guy, but he isn't even in the same league as Senator Clinton - he has a bit more maturing to do before he's "presidential" material. IN SHORT, DON'T BE FOOLISH WITH THIS ELECTION - THIS IS NOT AN AMERICAN IDOL SHOW.

[Rianna]

Considering the fact that both candidates have similar policies, I think there are many who prefers
the candidate who DID not give Bush the authority to attack Iraq, and and not show any remorse over the deaths of thousands and thousands of innocent people. She also backed Bush where Iran was concerned. The fact that she has not revealed her tax returns show that she is once again, hiding something. The fact that all papers pertaining to the Clinton WH, showing what she did as first lady,
has also been kept away, at this moment, from the American people, show secrecy, where it shouldn't be. Hillary is polarizing, and cannot unite the country, like Obama can. The bottom line is,
people took a chance with Bill Clinton, and they are ready to take a chance on Barack Obama.
Take a look at the baggage she carries, it look too heavy for the Dems to help her.

[LuluDoll]

Yep, you're right he isn't in the same league. He's created a new league. A league where the will of the people is acknowleged. If you think there isn't much more to Senator Obama than words and inspiration than you haven't been listening. He has detailed plans for everything. He has more than 20 years of experience. He has successfully worked with Republicans to get things acomplished - and this does not mean caving in to Republicans (see Lugar-Obama bill). With all of Senator Clinton's experience she has made some really dangerous decisions. The vote for "authorization to use force in Iraq" was clearly a vote for war and more than 100,000 people in New York flooded her and Senator Schumer with phone calls, faxes and emails asking them not to vote yes on that bill. So even in New York where 9/11 happened, the people knew this authorization was not the right thing to do. Senator Obama was in the middle of a Senate race when he had the correct judgement about Iraq. He is right now when he speaks about fundamental change in the way Washington runs. He is asking the people to get involved and this is the only way to get the country back on track. Democracy is a participation sport and Senator Clinton does not want the people involved. Take a good look at the past and you will Senator Clinton has proven over and over again that she is hawkish and panders to corporations at the cost of American jobs. It's true don't be foolish with this election because Senator Clinton has a proven centrist record.

[slow2]

LuluDoll,

Well said. Good points and the best one maybe that "people knew this authorization was not the right thing to do." How can it be that some 20 senators and more than 100 House members did not vote FOR the bill to authorize? How can it be that millions of people worldwide protested and marched and understood that invasion was wrong?

We need Obama.

[Seattlelite]

Aw yes, you hear it over and over from Hillary and McBush supporters, all Obama is a speech -- they know it's not true, but I always wonder why they keep highlight something their candidates DON'T have, which is unique leadership skills. Obama is not only capable, has proven he has good judgment, he's got something they wish they had, he is a born leader with the ability to excite and unit people -- a very rare quality indeed.

[zazu313]

EMPTY BOXES don't serve as lead editor of the HARVARD LAW REVIEW. EMPTY BOXES don't outclass, outwork and outsmart hardened, seasoned POLITICAL MACHINES. EMPTY BOXES don't INSPIRE MILLIONS of people WORLDWIDE. EMPTY BOXES don't remain unswervingly true to their vision throughout the ENTIRE careers.

"Depth of knowledge?" Sounds nice. I see no evidence of wisdom in Hillary's monotonous spiel--just focus group "speech by committee" driven blather. I see her lips moving. If only she could move voters. As MacBeth famously said, hers is a tale "… full of sound and fury; signifying nothing. " She's made mistake after silly mistake not only in this campaign, but throughout her entire career. ENOUGH.

BTW, Why not take the time to visit Senator Obama's website to read his detailed policy plans? Somehow