Barack Obama: Press Avail in Clearwater, Florida

[janebusby]

How is COMMUNICATION a bad thing John McCain?? ?

Poor communication BREEDS misunderstanding which BREEDS increased risk of unnecessary conflict!

To take communication off the table is to FORCE WAR!

John McCain is THE WAR PUMP!

[hancunningham]

McCain and Bush is unacceptable and famliar. DAYUM RIGHT THEY JUST WANT THE PEOPLE MONIES.

[littlemisscritch]

Obama you are a class act.

[DoesItMat]

Obama-Biden 08! A real President.

[future305]

fear itself said the king but borack is talking about the great depresion i am not scared this fear tactics work on him and even stop campaining this is a great opurtunity to crush mccain but he turn his back on us

[erykah310]

McCain tried to hustle Obama by not waiting for the joint statement... McCain think he's so slick...

[nukarr]

democratsabroad munich approve this message

[hotjrgman]

CANADIANS FOR OBAMA!!!

[yoOfelia]

EN LA TORRE! I love this guy!

[macflyfilm]

This is our guy! ^ ^ ^

[oo000000bebe000000oo]

Don't even think about letting Mccain not showing up for the debate. Hes trying to trick everyone and gain more time.  Good thing his tricks are not working anymore so well. People are realizing everyday more and more what kind of a future is he offering. I should call that failure, not future. My bad.

[PlanetMother]

Proud to B an OBAMA/ BIDEN supporter

they handle it very well.

EUROPEANS FOR OBAMA 08

[mrburningone]

I'm getting ready to fall in love with this country all over again.

Thank you, Senator Obama.

You have restored my faith anew.

[guyslain]

he is the man for the job.. we need to support him... VOTE VOTE VOTE...

[sadie0087777]

Very presidential....I am glad he will be my president..finally, some light at the end of the tunnel...Obama, you have my vote..

[sadie0087777]

Kick some ass Obama, take some names...lol

[sadie0087777]

now thats how you make a damn good agruement...Speaks like my president...He has given me hope for the future.

[deeman1019]

we need a great leader like obama to bring us back on top in the world if we dont vote for him well be in very bad shape in the years to come the rich are going to try to stop us this time but it wont happen. If you are racists person you better put that behind you because its not about race anymore its about who can really help you us get out of this turmoil. i really dont want to another 4-8 yrs of this crap i can even find a desent job because their overseas obama/biden08

[Pawlll]

Obama should score massive points during the debates. The presidential race should become lucidly clear afterwards. I'm a Canadian and many of us are following your the race very closely. In fact, I would rather vote in your election this time than in my own, which is also in progress. Ours is much less dramatic than yours however, as our country just needs to "hold the course" more or less. The US is in urgent need of major changes. Dear US citizens: Please vote for Obama. Peace!

[rollinontheriver]

I will vote O'bama!!!

[Logiclessly]

I wish my racist family could see the value in this well spoken intelligent man. His is such a refreshing change to most politician from either side.

[ijuggernaut]

McCain wants to postpone now. He probably saw this video.

[masorlie]

where did my comments go??????

[blueguise23]

**McCain stops Debate***

1) Uses Economic crisis as a reason to BAIL OUT of Friday's Debate.

2) John McCain professed he knows NOTHING about the Economy, and couldn't care less about the economy. All he cares about is WAR.

3) Despite getting the questions to the debate, Mccain is still AFRAID to debate Obama.

4) John McCain's campaign is "awash" with corrupt people/advisors who directly contributed to THE FALL OF THE US ECONOMY.

[blacksteel25]

Take this 700 billion, invest in our infrastructure like schools, roads, transportation, and college. I know that will take longer, but consider it a long term investment. You do that and it will create jobs to help the economy.

[GAWDS03]

he has my vote...

[PukuTheBear]

He sounds like he knows this stuff.

[WineRage2]

Wow, a presidential candidate who speaks to us in detail and in length about tough issues. Meantime his opponent deals with every issue by breaking it down into 2 camps - bad guys and good guys, then reminding himself how tough he is.

And how stupid does Bush think we all are? We still remember what happened last time we gave him a free hand to do whatever he likes. Yes, it was an urgent life and death matter then too.

[Pheorach]

Taxpayers shouldn't have to bail out Wall-street unless we know what's being done!

Bush wants us to pay up all this money, and we aren't even guaranteed where it's going to go.

Go Barack! Stand up for our dreams!

[Williamkurk]

Obama is too cool for school. He's direct and urgent, but calm about it. We need a change, literally, cause what the people in office have done is clearly the reason why we're here. Obama will excel!

[michaelstillidie]

obama ftw says ireland

[foseagull]

I'm not American (not my fault) But I feel any Hillary supporting Democrat who declines to vote for Barrack and allows McCain and Palin to lead you into war was never a democrat in the first place !

[returnthesoapbox]

Qué haremos? Obama

[komosel]

shine on all these fake hataz

'nough said.

yoooo Oboma 08

[UrbanActors]

Obama/Biden '08, not only the Right Choice, but the Only Real Choice!!!

I'm voting for the next President of the United States, Barack Obama!!!

[patma]

Obama rules! I can't wait until January 20. No more Bush!

[Kelvinaao84]

This is a leader i can trust

[DownerDebbs]

I have so much confidence in Obama--no pressure. Actually--full pressure...but thanks so much for instilling some confidence in the public!! **Vote for Change--OBAMA for 08!!

[ada19851985]

We are a white family containing three women in there 50's and 60's and we are happy to say that we are voting for Obama/Biden '08.. Oh BTW we were Clinton supporters

Obama/Biden '08 A positive change for the economy and Middle Class

[littledogs1]

I can not wait to vote for this great man, he and sen Biden will fix this mess we are in, we can send them to the white house, it is up to us, lets get out there and help them get elected.

[komosel]

Obama will make it right.

You are such a great speaker. Obama 08

[virginlampoil]

If the Democrats were smart, they would let the whole system crash now, then with whatever communal resources available, invest in stimulating the minds of people.

[blackcatrules1234]

well said. keep it up you got my vote.

[dragonkid987]

obama you rule beat that mcanson or whatever

and rule amirica

[mice4850]

I think he will be great President

[oo000000bebe000000oo]

I think that too^^

[TheModestAgnostic]

OH MY GOD .... that was orgasmic. Eight years of Bush being replaced by such forthright coherence ... I'm speechless.

[PukuTheBear]

I don't like the censorship on this site.

[UrbanActors]

Then stop trying to post irrelevant and hateful comments... it's just that simple!

[tribble848]

If it were censored, would they not, therefore have deleted your post? I understand the concern, question the logic of the statement.

[greatgaara]

too bad. It's Obama's virtual turf...and I think its wonderful that his staff denies all the trolls from spreading negativity among our awesome and very positive support group. Must be frusterating.

[dideediane]

awesome, can't wait for the debates! Obama '08

[TPAUSA]

I can't wait to cast my vote for this Man!

OBAMA/BIDEN'08!

[jef2008]

Great job Barack!

[747btrfly]

I really don't think he'll have any difficulty with the debate. He's got Joe Biden, a super expert on foreign relations as a mentor. I believe he's actually practicing his debate technique with Senator Biden this Thursday, tomorrow. With his wise temperment and Joe's knowledge, in addition to his own, I really do believe he'll do just fine.

[SunnyKid975]

BAD news for McCain - the latest ABCNews/WashingtonPost National poll has OBAMA up by 9%. This issue with the Banking Bailout and the state of the economy is killing McCain. If McCain doesn't win the debate on Friday on his hometurf (Foreign Affairs) - he's toast.

[shelle1228]

What happens if these conditions are met? Will we go after Wall Street?

[sockironer]

is it true that I can call Mcain a worthless piece of sh** and post it on his youtube site but cant even remotely critique obama without it being censored on his? Testing testing?

[egor1234]

This is true

they've done it to me like three times

[lotus007vr]

Very presidential... he focused on the issue and didn't mention McSame once...

Obama is the man, just watch out for the debate, because it may be a setup to take him down. So Obama... keep your eyes open.

Obama/Biden 08

[warizac]

My eggs are in Obama's basket. He continuosly shows restraint and thoughtful care in his decision making process before jumping in or off the bandwagon of america's politics and the medias popular vote.

[thetinyman]

Paulson is part of the problem. He should have no part in this.

[slionboy]

Although I'm not an American, I do believe if Obama becomes the president for U.S, Americans will have a better life and the world probably would be a better place.

[jkdsifu]

Now that's the way to be presidential! Good speech and looking like the man in charge of the country, in this video. We support you Barack! Give McCain hell at the debates! Show him what real Americans are made of!

[NYPlayerT2]

Now, I That A PRESIDENTIAL Demeanor Or What!?

Too many people want to see Obama get mad, I'd rather see him come up with a five point plan on how to solve this...Oh wait... HE DID!

Obama / Biden O8!

[glenn1ic]

BAM!

Obama 08'

[Tony163bog]

Good

[mrvan12]

Thank goodness there is a man name Obama. Already he have change the world for what he has done. There will be so much more change once he is in the White House.

Obama '08

[heyjudy2]

This plan can not be a welfare program for Wall Street Executives!!!

Good sentence, use it again and again!!

[arkilae]

Obama is awesome!

[RedPolarBearRanger]

Good Luck with the debate Senator Obama I know you will do well. You continue to inspire me in my life. I see you winning this election I'm ready to accept the first African American as President of the United States of America.

[theyear2048]

obama for 2048

[DeNnaceTheMeNaCE]

BIDEN OBAMA '08 ...

We have to keep these dirty republicans out of the white house... And never let them get close to it again!!!!

[MrZip66]

They Broke It, We Buy It? Republican/Bush/McCain's "NEW DEAL"

[c4mouse]

Spoken like a true LEADER ...

[asando13]

how are you going to give your $1000 checks Now!!!!!

[BluIceGirl1920]

Obama IS going to win in this election. If, so, he has a lot of work to do when it comes to the economy. But, I know that he's gonna straighten it out for sure. Go Barack!

OBAMA/BIDEN-'08 all the way!!!!!

[kambi1981]

Belgium suport you Barack we realy hope you win the elections . With Bush america has a verry bad name in the eu . With Barack that can be changed.

[redmustang03]

This election is going to come down to two things. 1. The economy. This is the most obvious thing and historically Democrats have been polled as doing better in the economy.

2. The economy may be important right now but its about what to do in Iraq/Afganistan. Still the main issue is the economy and how to fix it.

[uheardithere1st]

You go O'bama!

Obama/Biden 08

[ObamaForMiddleClass]

Have you guys heard about Austan Goolsbee lately? That guy is amazing.haha

[RandomXUsr]

Although I don't beleive in an God given right to be president, I fervently pray for the best person for the job.

Palin isn't fooling anyone by meeting with foreign powers for coffee. It takes more the brunch to get the job done.

I personally want Obama after what Amadinejad is professing about the "American Empire" coming to and end? I would rather have Obama Figure this out with the appropriate wings of government than see McCain try to be a hero and screw this up. A general his is not.

[godfatheraeg]

Obama is the next JFK, I believe it. His policies are great, intelligent, and progressive

[irondoor827]

this is the best responce to the wall street problem I've heard ....HE IS VERY PRESIDENTIAL ...so  much the better man than McShame...better leadership ,more IQ ...this election is about AMERICA and not pigs and lipstick...go OBAMA ...mr. president

[ShutterCal]

Your the man Barack! I really like this guy, he's going to get us out of this mess

[politicalfarce]

One thing is clear now:

Obama is an expert on the economy, and is in it to make things better for the middle class.

McCain doesn't understand the economy, and his failed attempt to benefit the rich at the expense of the middle class end up hurting everybody.

[run4life04]

obama 08!!

[onenewshoe]

You da man Obama, good luck Friday. (I don't think you need it), against a much less intelligent senator.

[iwatchyou2ube]

CANADA FOR OBAMA!!!!

[asababylover]

behind of his back , the flag has to change . its so old...

[lildwayne21]

As long as George Bush remains in office, Osama Bin Lauden will not be captured. Obama has a better chance of capturing Osama Bin Lauden than Bush does, because he's more intelligent than Bush.

[marsforlife]

you do know that it's not just Bush looking for Bin Laden right? We have like the whole military and a bunch of private companies looking for him. Just thought I'd put that out there.

[Infidel775]

McKain's got nothing on you Obama.

I'm just waiting for him to crumble to dust during one of his speeches.

[Lranee]

Exactly why I am voting for this man! He talks of bringing both parties together to save Wall Street and American taxpayers, Good Job Senator Obama!

[tedhu]

economic balance. brains. leadership.

might be too much for now infantile americans with low expectations. but what we need nonetheless.

[bigsteelguy]

Just get rid of the Federal Reserve.... they are causing all the problems, especially when they just keep printing more paper money.

[justsumdude899]

This is how a leader acts.

[tedhu]

keep it pointed, plus sleep well, take omega 3s and b-complex and eat well too.

get the physical edge and just trounce him.

[PippinPogle]

Yes, Antichrist67, I agree, somewhat cynically. Breaking news on FOX (LOL) was of a terrorist attack due in October. Hmmmmmmmmmm....

[PippinPogle]

That's right, Barack, keep those CEOs accountable. Greedy they would be. Keep up the good work. Keep the heat on, your tone hot. Can't wait for you to be my president.

[favabeansandchianti]

This is brilliant.

[Basta11]

Completely Presidential.

[djoy4ly]

Thank you God for Barack Obama, a measured, intelligent voice of reason. If our government can find $700 BILLION DOLLARS to help greedy speculators, lobbyists and corporate tax evaders, then we have the money to help MIDDLE America, our education system and our infrastructure- bridges, mass transportation. Thanks Barack for standing up for us, the conscientious taxpayers of America. You are our president of choice. You are what we've been waiting for. See you on PA Ave. on Jan 20 2009! Vote O/B

[Rosannasfriend]

Barack, I hear you're brushing up on your foreign policy knowledge for the debates. Good, but no one doubts your knowledge on the issues(most don't anyway). What i'm concerned about is how you PERFORM. Debates were not your strong suit in primaries, so PLEASE practise with a friend on giving short,clear, to the point answers. Other than that, good luck! The first debate is the most important, and I'll hold my breath and pray through Friday.

[tigerakabj]

I agree. I read an article dealing with the prep of both McCain and Obama and Barack is weeding this very problem out. I have no worries that he will wipe the floor with McCain. He's got this. Obama/Biden 2008/2012!!!

[lildwayne21]

You're worrying for nothing. Barack will wipe the floor with Senator Mccain in a debate.

[Rosannasfriend]

I do remember him improving toward the end of the primaries, and the potential is there. However, its been several months, and there's nothing wrong with making sure he gets it right. He has all the talent in the world, now he must let it SHINE!

[glddraco]

what I felt shined when he was accused of plagurism and how Obama replied that this is the silly season of politics. It cracked me up and made me really like him. These are the sort of things he needs to do in the debates. :)

[the07tour]

Good point, why arent the neoCONS that accused him of plagerizm for using a term that he got from his friend and collegue by the way, accusing John McCain of the same thing. At least Obama used his friends phrase with his permission, John McCain is stilling his opponents by saying he is now the candidate for change. No Shame.

[DeliciousBass]

"...practice with a friend..."

That is officially my favorite political comment this election cycle.

[TheArabNight]

I partially agree. Barack you might want to listen to him. Anyway, the reason why I agree is because if he keeps it simple and straight to the point, You might have a good chance of getting some of the undecided voters for the election and still talk about policy unlike McShame.

[noslen1968]

I can't wait for the debates - I hope Obama pulls no punches and rakes McBush over coals.

[oppesdaman]

This is exactly why I am voting...

Obama/Biden 08'

[HydraulicRider]

nice

[whippodude]

agreed

[6pennYYoungZ]

GO OBAMA!

[Marcelisa]

Brilliant! I want my taxes going directly to shore up mortgages so that we get paid directly. No Wall St. involved!

[eshfemme]

I want this man for my President!

[bloddyscabb]

Obama 08'

[PeppDaddy1057]

The repugs supporters, always want to condemn Obama for not being clear in his objectives, and just provide endless rhetoric and grand standing, with no point to his speeches. You have to be from another county and not speak english to not understand the clear cut and concise agenda that Obama is laying. His communication skills is bar none.

[LadyInvictus]

VOTE OBAMA FOR PRESIDENT!

[bungbond123]

amazing!!

[PuckstopperGuy]

Looks Presidential to me....!

[johndalymusic]

Calm, concise, presidential.

[sachaput]

There is enough blame to go around, but we need Senators Obama & Biden to help lead us in a direction removed from the past decades.

Let us not move too quickly in passing this legislation. Say no to Paulson!!