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Posted: June 5, 2008 01:12 AM

Arianna On Leno: Talks About Obama's Nomination, VP Options

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Arianna appears on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno to talk about her new book and the presidential race.
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- Huffer27 I'm a Fan of Huffer27 2 fans permalink

What, Arianna? Chuck Hagel(R)? No. Sam Nunn(D). Done.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 02:24 PM on 06/06/2008
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Ms. Huffington was delightful as always, but Chuck Hagel for veep is an rotten idea. He's OK on Iraq, but on domestic issues he's a standard Republican cave man. I'd have a hard, hard time voting for Obama (who I think is TERRIFIC) if Hagel were on the ticket.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 01:58 PM on 06/06/2008
- Henry I'm a Fan of Henry 20 fans permalink

Believe it or not, you and Hagel are for the same things.
You for example are not pro abortion, nor is anyone. The issue of compromise is prevention of unwanted pregnancy. Little George and the republicans have been divisive. It's time to find inclusion and this is done by compromise.
When you really think about it, we're not as divided as George the divider has made us seem.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 06:09 PM on 06/06/2008

Agreed.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 09:57 PM on 06/08/2008
- siri2k I'm a Fan of siri2k 3 fans permalink
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Great, eloquent, style and class all the way, AS USUAL for Ms. Huffington.
Far, Far Far way too short of an "interview"! I think our country cannot quite get enough of Ms. Huffington and her message.
Thank you again, Arianna, for ALL that you do.
You are a true patriot.
siri
www.legitgov.org

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 01:49 PM on 06/06/2008
- naschkatze I'm a Fan of naschkatze 93 fans permalink

Chuck Hagel is a great idea. I hope Arianna is in the know.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 01:43 PM on 06/06/2008

I think it is a great idea to consider Chuck Hagel, but he must be vetted with respect to the programs Obama wants, especially UHC.
I would imagine that Hagel's thoughts may be a bit more conservative than Obama's but then, maybe he could be persuaded.
I know that he has a great book out about himself, maybe I should read it. That being, it sounds good on paper, but I am cool with a Republican being a heartbeat away from the Presidency.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 04:16 PM on 06/06/2008

Independent007,

LOL.

"respect to the programs Obama wants, especially UHC. "

That wasn't Obama's issue, that was HRC's for 35 years. But, hey, just keep cutting & pasting for Mr. Change '08.

I never really realized how politically misinformed Americans were regarding the details and or political history of their choice of candidates.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 09:43 PM on 06/06/2008
- SwingVoter I'm a Fan of SwingVoter 19 fans permalink
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From now on people, when ever you want to refer to McCain, please make sure you use 'John W. Bush McCain.'

Ex: We cannot support John W. Bush McCain because he is advocating the failed policies of Dick Cheney.

Ex: John W. Bush McCain refuses to support a recent G.I. bill in congress, citing "it gives too much benefits to our veterans."

Ex: America cannot entrust a currently unstable U.S. economy to John W. Bush McCain who is on record saying, he does not understand the economy.

Please, spread the word about John W. Bush McCain.

America cannot afford John W. Bush McCain--not in treasure and definitely not in blood.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 12:18 PM on 06/06/2008
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Would "Bush44" be acceptable?

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 02:46 PM on 06/06/2008
- lucky54 I'm a Fan of lucky54 2 fans permalink

Sounds like a good idea, but I am afraid it won't fly .... many people unfortunatly can't count to 44 and many more won't know what it means.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 04:12 PM on 06/06/2008
- Marlyn I'm a Fan of Marlyn 82 fans permalink
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I love Arianna. What a great sense of humor she has, and she uses it like a sword.
"John McCane mentioned CHANGE in his speech 32 times, and yet it was all really about how he has changed."

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 10:39 AM on 06/06/2008

About Arianna...I completely agree. I have watched her
for many years. She is truly a woman substance.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 02:08 PM on 06/06/2008

Ms. Huffington, will you please marry me? Oh wait, I'm already married. Darn.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 08:55 AM on 06/06/2008

Ariana for VP!!!!

Or would her citizen status keep her out?

But if she could run can you think of anyone smarter or more intune with the pulse of the American people?

And she woud appeal to female voters that had their hopes about Hillary.

And to all those who have asked for her hand in marriage - I couldn't agree more. She is the model of what every man hopes for - smart - funny - beautiful and just enough sassiness to keep you guessing.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 10:51 AM on 06/06/2008

Arianana was absolutely correct about Obama's weakness being southern white males, especially those over 50.

IMO, he should closely examine what JFK did in 1960. Although JFK was not fond of Lyndon Johnson he knew Johnson would appeal to voters over 50 and would put some southern states in play that otherwise would be lost. I believe that having Johnson on the ticket was the key to JFK's win.

I think Obama would be wise to choose someone such as Sam Nunn or Wesley Clark. Clark would be especially strong because of his age, southern heritage and military record. Sam Nunn is a great statesman and is certainly better informed on foreign policy than is Clark, however Clark's military record could very well play an important part in the election since everyone knows the RepubliCONS are going to play McSame's military experience to the hilt.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 07:55 AM on 06/06/2008
- Marlyn I'm a Fan of Marlyn 82 fans permalink
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Wes Clark is my choice for VP too. As a Four Star General and Supreme Commander of NATO during the Bosnian conflict, Clark's military record totally out shines McCane.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 10:49 AM on 06/06/2008
- omaro I'm a Fan of omaro 3 fans permalink

Please, not Sam Nunn, who has a long history of anti-gay policy support. I'm hoping Wesley Clark does not have a similar history. Does anyone out there know? From what I know now, Wes Clark looks like a good pick.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 01:42 PM on 06/06/2008

Wes Clark could be a very good choice for VP.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 03:30 PM on 06/06/2008

Wes Clark could be a very good choice for VP.
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Yes, a very solid choice.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 06:57 PM on 06/06/2008
- Pema I'm a Fan of Pema 50 fans permalink
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AH was lovely as ever! I wish she could have her own show.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 07:16 AM on 06/06/2008
- ChiGuy I'm a Fan of ChiGuy 339 fans permalink
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She as beautiful and brilliant and quick-witted as ever.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 11:40 PM on 06/05/2008
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I love what you doa Arianna. This country is fortunate to have your voice. Thank You.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 10:31 PM on 06/05/2008

I''ll be surprised to see this comment get thru but here goes! I have a crush on Arianna. She is HOT! Smart! This would be the kind of woman I could easily support for President! I know, you all think I'm just ass kissing. But come on guys, i can't possibly be alone on this!

Arianna you were GREAT on Leno!!!!

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 09:45 PM on 06/05/2008
- Marlyn I'm a Fan of Marlyn 82 fans permalink
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I wish Arianna would run for Congress and replace California Senator Dianne Feinstein.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 10:50 AM on 06/06/2008

I would second that in a heartbeat! Feinstein is just another DLC hack and a Republican-lite.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 04:40 PM on 06/06/2008

Or Nancy Pelosi!

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 04:40 PM on 06/06/2008

I wish Arianna would run for Congress and replace California Senator Dianne Feinstein.
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An interesting idea. I think Arianna is a New Yorker, though, so she'd have to out here. I'd vote for her in a flash.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 07:09 PM on 06/06/2008
- anons I'm a Fan of anons 4 fans permalink

arianna thinks hagel too!

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 08:36 PM on 06/05/2008
- heal57 I'm a Fan of heal57 27 fans permalink

I disagree about Hagel. He's still a republican, but I would put him somewhere in Obama's administration. We wouldn't want a republican as president if God forbid, anything happened to Obama. I like Webb, and Gov. Strickland from Ohio maybe.

Independent for Obama '08

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 10:31 PM on 06/05/2008
- naschkatze I'm a Fan of naschkatze 93 fans permalink

I think Hagel now is an independent, but he would have to sign on to the Democratic Party's platform for sure before he would be acceptable. He was part of that group that gathered around Bloomberg when he was considering an independent run, as was Gary Hart. I think something is afoot, and this is the year we are going to do away with the same old same old. Hagel's wife, BTW, endorsed Obama.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 01:48 PM on 06/06/2008

I love Arianna. Bright, articulate, funny, and right on the money with the answers to Leno's questions. Excellent!

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 08:12 PM on 06/05/2008
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You looked absolutely ravishing dahling -- but above that, you were brilliant. That could have easily been me sitting there with Jay saying the things you said. I am FROM Houston and remember so well the years you were as "right-winged" as I was. When you first switched parties, several years ago, I was apalled and shocked and felt betrayed. For many reasons, years later, I too began to take control of my own destiny and began to explore what all of this right-winged brainwashing crap really meant ; then, lo and behold, along comes Obama.

Thank you beautiful lady, for helping to show me that we have the intelligence and the right to look at the other side and make our own decisions as to which candidate we honestly believe would be the best person to run our Country. I owe much of my courage to you, Arianna, and believe me, I am taking much heat from family members and friends who disagree with my decision but I could care less. I honestly believe that Barack Obama is the REAL DEAL and I plan to campaign every minute I have seeing that he is our next President of the United States.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 08:09 PM on 06/05/2008
- c1ee I'm a Fan of c1ee 4 fans permalink

Great, but being open minded shouldn't be so hard. Loyalty should be to your principles and beliefs, and if your party starts to shift away from your principles you should look for a new party.

    Favorite    Flag as abusive Posted 01:34 AM on 06/07/2008
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