Gov. Freudenthal endorses Barack Obama
CHEYENNE (WTE) - Gov. Dave Freudenthal today endorsed Barack Obama and pledged to cast his superdelegate vote for the Illinois senator at the Democratic National Convention in August.
Freudenthal had refrained from endorsing a candidate for several months, saying that none of the presidential hopefuls were engaged on issues important to the West.
The governor said that began to change in early March when both Obama and New York Sen. Hillary Clinton visited Wyoming.
In announcing his endorsement, Freudenthal cited Obama's style of leadership, which includes an openness to reason and discussion, an attribute he said is particularly relevant to the West because the exact nature of particular issues that will be important to the region over the next four years is unknown.
"The negativity, partisanship and lack of purpose that characterize our national debate and government are crippling this country," Freudenthal said in a prepared statement Wednesday before a scheduled news conference. "While no one individual can effect this change alone, the change must begin with someone. Senator Obama is the Democratic candidate with the openness, honesty and skill to end this vicious cycle of business as usual."
Freudenthal said his endorsement was largely uninfluenced by Obama's victory in the Wyoming caucuses on March 8, when Obama secured 61 percent of the vote.
The governor said he spoke with Obama on Tuesday night to inform him of his decision.
For more details, see Thursday's Wyoming Tribune-Eagle.
Reader Comments
huntin4cc wrote on Apr 9, 2008 10:42 PM:
" The really good thing about Gov Dave endorsing Obama is the fact that we live in a Republican state and that pretty much ensures that McCain win. I as a registered Democrate and supporter of Gov Dave will not be voting for Obama. Everything about Obama mirrors Hitler including his ability to sway over people with his motivational speaking style. I am a college educated professional and have also read Obama's book. I did not help me to feel all warm and fuzzy about this guy. If anything it made me question him more. He definitely has a dark side and ties to evil people and his push to take away our 2nd Ammendment right is quite frightening. What is his real agenda? For the first time in my life I will be voting Republican and this is something I am definitely not proud of but then again, I am not proud of the Democratic choices either. "
Oh, Jack Handy wrote on Apr 9, 2008 7:11 PM:
" You are too funny. Faux News! That's a scream. So what is your preference for news? CNN (the Communist New Network), ABC (Already Been Chewed), CBS (Commie Brodcast System) or NBC (Nothing But Criticism)?
Having been shopping with friends who are Black and Hispanic, I have seen "Whites" bend over backwards to be curtious, kind and friendly. Certainly, there are plenty of jerks NATIONWIDE. Black, White, Hispanic, etc. Hatred and bigotry is an equal opportunity disfunction. White Robes for some haters, red or blue bandannas for others. I remember a couple of years ago, several "white" churches got together and raised over $10,000 for a local black church that had been vandalized. Were you there? Did you contribute to make things better for that little church? Or, are you just sitting on the sidelines criticizing? If you are not helping to make things better then you are just as bad as those you would accuse of being a Nazi, you are a subversive sympathizer. How's that for a generalization about you...since you make them so easily about an entire communmity? "
Having been shopping with friends who are Black and Hispanic, I have seen "Whites" bend over backwards to be curtious, kind and friendly. Certainly, there are plenty of jerks NATIONWIDE. Black, White, Hispanic, etc. Hatred and bigotry is an equal opportunity disfunction. White Robes for some haters, red or blue bandannas for others. I remember a couple of years ago, several "white" churches got together and raised over $10,000 for a local black church that had been vandalized. Were you there? Did you contribute to make things better for that little church? Or, are you just sitting on the sidelines criticizing? If you are not helping to make things better then you are just as bad as those you would accuse of being a Nazi, you are a subversive sympathizer. How's that for a generalization about you...since you make them so easily about an entire communmity? "
Jack Handy wrote on Apr 9, 2008 1:40 PM:
" It's painfully obvious that the white people have been sheltered to an extreme for far too long. Reverend Wright has EVERY reason to be p.o.'d. What are the blacks supposed to just "forget" that Jim Crow existed not too long ago (and still to this day in Wyoming apparently). Ever go shopping in a retail store with a black person? It's a WORLD of difference than shopping as a white person. Same goes for hispanics as well. I'm honestly surprised that the whites here don't have book burning ceremonies, and wear Nazi Uniforms. "
CJ wrote on Apr 9, 2008 1:26 PM:
" Obama is a racist and a joke. I can see the NAACP's bank account getting bigger already. If Obama is voted in the U.S is in trouble. He wouldn't have the standing he has if he was white. Our people in the state offices only vote to for him to get a pat on the back by some yes man that's too chicken to speak out. "
To Jack Handy wrote on Apr 8, 2008 10:49 PM:
" Martin Luthar King Day is a joke and not a reasonable excuse to take off of work. It is a waste of a holiday. Pretty soon gays and pedophiles will be asking for a day of their own to celebrate nationally too. "
D wrote on Apr 8, 2008 10:45 PM:
" To Stan....let's not forget that your people were sold and bought three times before they were brought here to America and let's not forget the amount of blacks killing blacks in Africa let's not forget who freed the slaves and gave them their freedom and independence here in America. By the way I'm not white but I do believe that we need a white president Not Hillary and certainly not Obama who believes that blacks are still suppressed when they are the ones suppressing themselves by playing the race card in every situation and let's not forget how many crimes are related to blacks acting like little homey thugs with stolen jewelry and guns. Let's not forget how many black only churches exist where they sit around all day and bash whites. It's okay for a black to be prejudice right???you hypocritical morons. "
To ccc wrote on Apr 8, 2008 10:32 PM:
" Or "complete cocky coward "You should go spread your ignorant stuff somewhere where someone cares. If you were half a man, or woman, you would be over there fighting for your country instead of bad mouthing those who are and those who did. You are a sorry excuse for an American but those who fought in any war died for your right to open your stinking pie hole and allow the rotten filth spew out like spoiled garbage. "
Tough Choice wrote on Apr 8, 2008 7:10 PM:
" Boy, CCC sure has told us here in this "dirty little dead end town". CCC forgets that we lost nearly every twenty days of WW2 we lost 4000 troups. We could have stayed out of WW2 but the ramifications for the US and the World were too great. But I am certain that CCC does not understand the Middle Eastern or geo-global issues of terrorism or economics. I also don't believe that Obama has much of a grasp about it either. Perhaps CCC should have gone to a school in this town and perhaps (maybe) he or she would have gotten a better education and known a little more about these matters. "
ccc wrote on Apr 8, 2008 4:19 PM:
" viet nam, boo hoo hoo!
wah wah wah ! all i do is cry!
get over it! this is not the same
world. we have to live in this one crybaby! go to vfw where
someone will listen to your baloney.
"
wah wah wah ! all i do is cry!
get over it! this is not the same
world. we have to live in this one crybaby! go to vfw where
someone will listen to your baloney.
"
ccc wrote on Apr 8, 2008 4:13 PM:
" to us marine,viet nam was a joke and so are you. your lame stuff is why we are in this mess!
old school must be stamped out ! war is no longer a business. if your boy bush would have read his memos we would'nt be here, third time vet "
old school must be stamped out ! war is no longer a business. if your boy bush would have read his memos we would'nt be here, third time vet "
Stan Anderson wrote on Apr 8, 2008 1:37 PM:
" Whoa, I didn't realize how many white folks here were scared of a Black President. Sad especially since this is the "Equality" State. Maybe it's time to change the state motto to the "Equality except if you are dark skinned, not wearing a cowboy hat or female" State. No wonder the Klan is putting literature on doors here, there's obviously an audience for their drivel. "
To Joe wrote on Apr 8, 2008 1:13 AM:
" I agree, but I don't have to read his book to know that Obama is a racist (among other things). If and only if he gets elected, his true colors will show through and all whites will regret ever thinking that Obama was a true American Patriot. He is worse than phantom of the Opera and his mask will soon come off. Hillary is no better. They both need to go back to their little playground. Let the real men handle this job. "
To ccc from US Marine wrote on Apr 8, 2008 1:07 AM:
" You ignorant fool. Had our troops not gone, there would have been a blood bath in your back yard. And once they are pulled out, expect the blood bath in your back yard. DO NOT FORGET 911. We are at war and sadly but truly, where there is a war, soldiers die. 4,000 is nothing compared to Viet Nam. You should thank your lucky stars that someone is willing to die for you. "
To REHAM wrote on Apr 8, 2008 1:03 AM:
" The answer is, that these three things, money, race and gender are mostly what America is run by. Integrety is non-existent. If any of you voters think that your vote makes a difference, think again. The decision has already been made as to who will be the next President of the USA and that will be John McCain. The media is just for show to keep the American people paying and to keep them believing that their voice makes a difference. Think again. "
JDS wrote on Apr 8, 2008 12:58 AM:
" Voting for Obama will be a huge mistake. John McCain will win the ultimate election. Mark my words because all of you Obama worshipers will have to eat them.
I refuse to vote for a man who was raised learning how the white people created AIDS to get rid of the blacks and to be more prejudice against whites than any white has ever been against a black in many decades. Get over yourselves already. "
I refuse to vote for a man who was raised learning how the white people created AIDS to get rid of the blacks and to be more prejudice against whites than any white has ever been against a black in many decades. Get over yourselves already. "
Jack Handy wrote on Apr 7, 2008 11:09 AM:
" Wait a minute. First the Faux News Brainwashed are screaming that Barack is a Muslim, then FAUX FLIP FLOPS and whines about his Christian Reverend. Make up your minds Sheeple. If a name, and bogus information is all you have on him he is the clear choice. Hillary endorsed NAFTA, and Saint McCain voted against Martin Luther-King Day. Why aren't we speaking about that?
Fact is that it's high time we get a President in office who doesn't do things "the old way". A changing of the Guard is in order. I'm glad our Governor knows this. "
Fact is that it's high time we get a President in office who doesn't do things "the old way". A changing of the Guard is in order. I'm glad our Governor knows this. "
JDHUFF wrote on Apr 7, 2008 10:28 AM:
" Advocating a ban on the manufacture, sale and possession of handguns, voted against keeping sex offenders in jail but allowing them to be released from prison early, forbidding doctors from providing medical attention to children who survive late term abortions, these are not the values I was raised with and not the values I thought Wyoming had, but this how Mr. Obama voted in the IL legislature. He says he will bring change, but what change, when has he done it before? Never, he has not even sponsored any sort of substantial legislation since being elected to D.C... Mr Obama wants to bring the troops home from Iraq. Why, So we can be back in 10-15 years and let our kids refight the battles we are winning today. I am in military, I have spent a tremendous amount of time in both OIF and OEF, I was there on 10/19/01 when Wyoming lost her first son to these conflicts, we need to see this trough in Iraq and Afghanistan, not cut and run, not allow our enemies to rejoice, because if Mr. Obama is elected we will withdraw and lose the war. "
ToJoe wrote on Apr 7, 2008 5:07 AM:
" I, for one, HAVE read Obama's book, THE AUDACITY OF HOPE. It is the reason why I AM voting for Obama. This guy is our only hope. His book is also the primary reason the college educated are voting for Obama. That should say something!
BTW, Obama (or anyone else, for that matter) cannot be held responsible for what comes out of other people's mouths. "
BTW, Obama (or anyone else, for that matter) cannot be held responsible for what comes out of other people's mouths. "
REHAM wrote on Apr 6, 2008 9:50 PM:
" LISTEN HERE!!!
It isn't a matter of voting anymore it's a matter of money first. Second, Barrack has ties so dark know one see's... his agenda isn't about America, it's about black and white, it's about the black's relation to the jews, the isrealis, so on and so forth. None of the candidates have America in id, and then again it doesn't matter because your vote doesn't count. I was driving to the polls last year and they anounced who the president was????? So ell me it's not about money, wake up America, you endorse OSAMA,obama, who cares, hillary, and yes even mccain hence the spelling??? anyone, you endorse the worst. who else is there to vote for, no one, that's right we shouldn't vote at all, we should have a common folk run for once and see what happens... when did he candidacy become about money, race, gender, etc...? "
It isn't a matter of voting anymore it's a matter of money first. Second, Barrack has ties so dark know one see's... his agenda isn't about America, it's about black and white, it's about the black's relation to the jews, the isrealis, so on and so forth. None of the candidates have America in id, and then again it doesn't matter because your vote doesn't count. I was driving to the polls last year and they anounced who the president was????? So ell me it's not about money, wake up America, you endorse OSAMA,obama, who cares, hillary, and yes even mccain hence the spelling??? anyone, you endorse the worst. who else is there to vote for, no one, that's right we shouldn't vote at all, we should have a common folk run for once and see what happens... when did he candidacy become about money, race, gender, etc...? "
ccc wrote on Apr 6, 2008 5:29 PM:
" most of you ignorant hicks voted for bush. with over 4000 of our troops dead don't you think your opinion is
worthless? what do you expect from a dirty little dead end town? "
worthless? what do you expect from a dirty little dead end town? "
F-350 wrote on Apr 5, 2008 11:33 PM:
" Barack Obama will be the next President of the United States. And he will be a good one. This was the right selection for the Governor to make. "
Sharon wrote on Apr 5, 2008 9:14 PM:
" How disappointing it is to know that our Governor made such a bad choice by selecting Obama. "
Not John McCain wrote on Apr 5, 2008 10:46 AM:
" I see yesterday that John McCain was trying to explain why he is now for the MLK Holiday that he originally voted against. Flip Flop, Flip Flop! Either Hillary or Obama would be better than this OLD fool. "
Wyo Native wrote on Apr 5, 2008 9:18 AM:
" None of these 3 candidates are worth voting for. If this is the best America has to offer, we are in big trouble ! Wonder if Gov. Dave could have said no to voting at all ? "
Wyoming Realist wrote on Apr 5, 2008 1:34 AM:
" I for one am NOT ready to give the keys to this country to an experienced one term Senator after the Bush Regime leaves office. Hillary will indict these crooks. "
Native wrote on Apr 4, 2008 10:20 PM:
" Gov, you are making a BIG FAT mistake. Please vote for John McCain!!! "
ConcernedWyomingite wrote on Apr 4, 2008 10:15 PM:
" Well, it's official, Gov Freudenthal has gone off the deep end and needs to be voted out of office.
Why would he support a person who is dead set against handgun ownership and concealed carry & wants to ban all handguns. Not to mention somebody that belongs to a racist black only hate filled Church.
He also wants to raise taxes & that's a great thing as we don't need our hard earned money, lets just give it all to the Govt so they can spend it as they see fit, since we don't know what's best for us.
But hey, what's wrong with having a far left wing liberal as President when America is a war. He said he will get us out of the war, but then his close adviser has also said we need to keep between 60000 and 80000 troops in Iraq till at least 2010 "
Why would he support a person who is dead set against handgun ownership and concealed carry & wants to ban all handguns. Not to mention somebody that belongs to a racist black only hate filled Church.
He also wants to raise taxes & that's a great thing as we don't need our hard earned money, lets just give it all to the Govt so they can spend it as they see fit, since we don't know what's best for us.
But hey, what's wrong with having a far left wing liberal as President when America is a war. He said he will get us out of the war, but then his close adviser has also said we need to keep between 60000 and 80000 troops in Iraq till at least 2010 "
All American Person wrote on Apr 4, 2008 7:57 PM:
" According to my dearly deaceased father...It doesn't matter who gets "voted in", the government will put in whoever they think might be "good for the country". I agree with my wonderful father,God Bless his soul. I have a choice...just don't have a put a person that won't even acknowledge the National Anthem or put a hand over his heart when its playing! PLEASE !!! GIMME A BREAK!!! His, Obama, wife doesn't even want her paper from college read before the elections are over. What the world does SHE have to hide???? HMMMM?? "
Joe wrote on Apr 4, 2008 2:33 PM:
" Any of you that are for Obama all I can say is READ HIS BOOK. It's shocking how racist and un-american he is but don't take my word for it READ HIS BOOK before voting for him. "
Marion wrote on Apr 4, 2008 2:17 PM:
" I think it is so sad that our election has to be so negative and dirty! Hillary should be ashamed of herself! If she can't conduct herself like a lady she should bow out! One thing I like most about Obana is that he is a graceful gentleman at all times. Some of you could take lessons. It is an individual's right to vote for whom they wish and we should respect that right. I am an Obama supporter and proud of it. It's not because of the color of his skin. I believe in his sincerity. If Hillary gets in, look for Bill to run the country again. He doesn't know how to be a President's wife. Apparently, neither did Hillary. "
WHINER wrote on Apr 4, 2008 12:29 PM:
" Has anyone checked Ralphs Record its called WHINE WHINE WHINE AND MORE WHINE if only he would drink his own WHINE "
sporker wrote on Apr 4, 2008 11:37 AM:
" Bill Clinton was back, this time to promote his wife's candidacy.
At the University of Wyoming in Laramie, thousands of people braved icy winds and waited in long lines outside a campus arena to hear the former president speak.
He answered with a speech that held them rapt even as he ranged from his wife's plans for universal health care to her plans for creating a technology that could burn Wyoming coal without generating greenhouse gases.
In memory of Matthew Shepard, a gay University of Wyoming student who was murdered in 1998, he also pledged that as president, Hillary Clinton would see federal hate-crime legislation become law.
"
At the University of Wyoming in Laramie, thousands of people braved icy winds and waited in long lines outside a campus arena to hear the former president speak.
He answered with a speech that held them rapt even as he ranged from his wife's plans for universal health care to her plans for creating a technology that could burn Wyoming coal without generating greenhouse gases.
In memory of Matthew Shepard, a gay University of Wyoming student who was murdered in 1998, he also pledged that as president, Hillary Clinton would see federal hate-crime legislation become law.
"
to Ralphinphnx wrote on Apr 4, 2008 9:53 AM:
" OK darlin, since you know so much about our community and F.E,Warren AFB, you sparked my curiosity of how you know so much. Since you have this delusion that Warren is going to shut down, where are it's people and the ICBM's going to go? UNLESS you are on the committee that makes recommendations to shut basis down I think you are the "ignorant hick". If I am wrong I will admit it when my family gets orders! ~Dependent Wife USAF "
MB wrote on Apr 4, 2008 9:45 AM:
" Don't you think it is not smart for politicians to endorse each other? Say Obama wins and does a lousy job (which is likely) and Fruedenthal endorsed him...so the voters of Wyoming take it out on him and don't re-elect him...endorsements are ignorant and just a grown-up way of being unkind (like the last kid picked to be on the team, etc.).. "
Ross wrote on Apr 4, 2008 8:23 AM:
" Does anyone remember what happened when many years ago when "War of the Worlds" aired?????? You can look it up. Mass hysteria over a show. Perhaps we should all check facts before we panic. If we didn't have change, we wouldn't be able to air our opinions like this. We might also want to remember that this country was founded because change was needed. "
milwife wrote on Apr 4, 2008 6:43 AM:
" um Ralph they already have been doing away with ICBM's for awhile now in case you hadn't heard they cost too much to maintain. Peacekeeper's are already gone the way of the wind and not just at F.E and yet the Base is still open much like all the other bases where they closed down the missile wing. I know because we've been stationed at a few of them. Lay off the coffee man. "
Ralphinphnx wrote on Apr 4, 2008 1:12 AM:
" FYI okay wake up here
as there are already
plans in place by
President George W
Bush to drastically
reduce (CUT)our USAF
ICBMs and that means
closing FEWAFB,so get
out of denial you totally ignorant hicks
from the sticks. FEWAFB will be toast
before your Hero Barry
Obama even gets a
chance to close it.
I love in Arizona and
No Way Will I Vote For
Amnesty John McCain
after McCain co-sponsored Bush & Teddy
Kennedy Illegal Alien
Amnesty Plan! Put Down
Your Toxic Obama Kool
Aid You Obama Cultists
and face reality here
as Obama,Clinton and
McCain all also still
support Illegal Alien
Amnesty. "
as there are already
plans in place by
President George W
Bush to drastically
reduce (CUT)our USAF
ICBMs and that means
closing FEWAFB,so get
out of denial you totally ignorant hicks
from the sticks. FEWAFB will be toast
before your Hero Barry
Obama even gets a
chance to close it.
I love in Arizona and
No Way Will I Vote For
Amnesty John McCain
after McCain co-sponsored Bush & Teddy
Kennedy Illegal Alien
Amnesty Plan! Put Down
Your Toxic Obama Kool
Aid You Obama Cultists
and face reality here
as Obama,Clinton and
McCain all also still
support Illegal Alien
Amnesty. "
Glenda Ironbar wrote on Apr 3, 2008 10:04 PM:
" I know Obama is a honest man , compared to Clinton who only say what you want to hear for a vote. Bill is a crook because all of a sudden both are now playing a race card. "
N.C. wrote on Apr 3, 2008 5:04 PM:
" All of you better read The Washington Times, April 2, 2008 issue. Obama believes in Blsck Liberation Theology. It's nothing nice. And this Governor wants this person to be President. Heaven help us if he wins. "
Don't be an idiot Ralph wrote on Apr 3, 2008 3:52 PM:
" Don't be an idiot Ralph!
FEWAFB will not close that would be almost impossible. Also it does not really matter who Gov. Dave endorses because McCain will be president any ways. I know you're smarter than that so use your head. "
FEWAFB will not close that would be almost impossible. Also it does not really matter who Gov. Dave endorses because McCain will be president any ways. I know you're smarter than that so use your head. "
Temper Temper wrote on Apr 3, 2008 2:46 PM:
" The one thing Ralph complains about the most is Petes attitude and lashing out.Isn't this exactly what Ralph is doing? They both are acting the same and it is funny, but Ralph hates that in Pete, but enjoys it in himself?? "
YUP wrote on Apr 3, 2008 2:44 PM:
" In reading what O BROTHER wrote.. I agree. Ralph is gonna let his high blood pressure get to him and all over things he can't control. Very odd to have a peson be this miserable in life and take it out in newspaper opinion section. I can just imagine his veins in his neck and head popping out everytime he reads or responds. Take a chill pill and be glad you can have a written opinion..you might live longer "
JAFOA wrote on Apr 3, 2008 2:22 PM:
" Just to be clear...61% of DEMOCRATS in Wyoming voted to have Mr. Obama as their canidate, not 61% of VOTERS in Wyoming. Having said that, our Governor is right to endorse Mr. Obama because this is a representative democracy and he is representing the wishes of those of the party in which he gets a vote. I consider myself an independent and vote the issues, so I would be making this same comment if he were a republican voting for Mitt Romney on the other side. "
To: Kurt Louis wrote on Apr 3, 2008 12:14 PM:
" For the same reason that Rush Limbaugh and Ann Coulter chose to endorse Hillary over McPain. McPain is no conservative, in fact the voting records of McPain and Clinton are nearly identical. That's why they praise each other so much on the campaign trail. If you really want change in this country then Obama is the man. If you want the sos, then vote for McPain or Hillary. "
joybelletex wrote on Apr 3, 2008 11:20 AM:
" Hello, Steve, Belinda if you don't see my comment, check with the WTE I believe it has to be approved by them, and I don't think they will approve. We'll see. Hope Bobby is well and happy with the move. JoyV "
Raidermax wrote on Apr 3, 2008 11:02 AM:
" You go, Gov ! It makes me warm and fuzzy all over to see something good, and not hatred, coming out of our leaders in Wyoming. Although, there are still those few who espouse hate and spew it ! It is about time that Progressives rule the Cowboy State, and we rid ourselves of that "Redneck" mentality that has been so prevalent here in defining Wyoming politics. So, Go Obama, or Go Hillary ! And, please go too, Republicans, and never again return ! Remember, the meaning of Liberal, is free ! "
OOO Brother !!! wrote on Apr 3, 2008 9:54 AM:
" Ralph, just a question...does ANYTHING or ANYBODY ever make you happy? You put down everyone, everything, everytime. You have some serious issues or something, with life in general.NO matter if we said Obaba or Clinton, you would rave on and on. What happened in your childhood or life that makes a person so bitter, towards things that are not even their concern. Letting things upset you so means they are controlling you..You need to grow up and mellow out a tad bit.. "
Wanderer wrote on Apr 3, 2008 8:45 AM:
" Bout time Dave! Obama is the only candidate who stands a chance against Grandfather Chipmunk-Cheeks. We mom(senator) from Manchurian Candidate as our President. "
uugodwin wrote on Apr 3, 2008 6:18 AM:
" Our Governor is very right on what he did about the endorement of Barack Obama. With the look of all that has been happening over time, we all will know that he is the right person to face John M. "
Jennifer B. wrote on Apr 3, 2008 6:03 AM:
" I'm glad that Senator Obama has secured another superdelegate vote. I also feel that he can be trusted. That is the most important topic for me this election. Without truth and trust, it matters not what a politician will say or do; Obama has not lost my trust (and I hope he doesn't!). 61% of Wyoming agreed that he's the better candidate. Freudenthal, I am one that believes you made the right choice. "
Mark wrote on Apr 3, 2008 6:00 AM:
" Tucker, where do you get your information from? Obama is not that liberal at all.
I mean: Listen to Clinton's stump speeches in front of blue-collar workers. That's liberal (and dishonest, because she only says these things to get votes). "
I mean: Listen to Clinton's stump speeches in front of blue-collar workers. That's liberal (and dishonest, because she only says these things to get votes). "
Harun wrote on Apr 3, 2008 5:54 AM:
" Politics is about presenting convincing arguments to the point that your stand is generally accepted. Sweet talker or not, I think Obama has been the objective one always veering back to the issues while absorbing the heat from Clinton who'll "throw anything and see what will stick". Clearly the Governor saw value and didnt want to compromise for any reason. I also think comments about whether or not Rev. Wright has influenced Obama politically is way below the belt. the Rev. is human and fallible. Expecting flawless sermons from any mortal is a redundant exercise and besides, you are exhorted in the scriptures to sift the wheat from the chaff;Anyone who cant come to terms with that fact should check again. "
Ralphinphnx wrote on Apr 3, 2008 12:56 AM:
" Oh God so Democrat
Wyoming Gov Freudenthal is another
Toxic Obama Kool Aid
Drinker too! Too bad
for Wyoming and even
more so for FEWAFB and
Cheyenne as Obama will
sure close the Air Base on you losers.
Wake Up Obama is a
Fraud and a Liar. "
Wyoming Gov Freudenthal is another
Toxic Obama Kool Aid
Drinker too! Too bad
for Wyoming and even
more so for FEWAFB and
Cheyenne as Obama will
sure close the Air Base on you losers.
Wake Up Obama is a
Fraud and a Liar. "
Ron wrote on Apr 3, 2008 12:48 AM:
" I recently moved here from Illinois. Has'nt
the Gov looked at Obamas non-record in IL? Bad choice!!!! "
the Gov looked at Obamas non-record in IL? Bad choice!!!! "
Susan C. wrote on Apr 2, 2008 10:23 PM:
" SOME INTERESTING NEWS: since Feb. 5th, 66 superdelegates have endorsed Barack Obama. In this same time period, 5 superdelegates have endorsed Hillary Clinton.
YES, YOU READ THIS RIGHT, only 5 superdelegates have endorsed Clinton since Feb. 5th.
The race for the Democratic nomination really will be over soon. No way will it get all the way to the Democratic Convention.
And, by the way, OBAMA JUST WON TEXAS. "
YES, YOU READ THIS RIGHT, only 5 superdelegates have endorsed Clinton since Feb. 5th.
The race for the Democratic nomination really will be over soon. No way will it get all the way to the Democratic Convention.
And, by the way, OBAMA JUST WON TEXAS. "
Lynn Levine wrote on Apr 2, 2008 10:00 PM:
" I do believe Barack Obama will move us toward peace, environmental responsibility and will empower our young generation with hope.
Thank you, Governor, for helping to shorten the "cat fight" that is crippling the Democrats in the national race. "
Thank you, Governor, for helping to shorten the "cat fight" that is crippling the Democrats in the national race. "
Kurt Louis wrote on Apr 2, 2008 9:44 PM:
" Why would anyone vote for higher taxes, open borders, a healthcare system run by the same government which cannot manage our schools, and a whole Liberal Socialist agenda that has continually failed for over fifty years? "
Tom wrote on Apr 2, 2008 9:34 PM:
" Freudenthal is a Democrat. He likes B. Hussein Obama because he will put a great deal of Wyoming off limits to oil and gas exploration. Obama is a nobody. Do you trust him to keep this country safe from our enemies? Freudenthal is a DEMOCRAT! Remember that. "
Yawn wrote on Apr 2, 2008 9:24 PM:
" Don’t worry folks, I’m sure Hillary will find a way to steal the Michigan and Florida delegates. Even the Democrats will be disgusted by how low this woman will stoop to win the nomination.
Beat ‘em like a drum Mr. McCain, beat ‘em like a drum.
"
Beat ‘em like a drum Mr. McCain, beat ‘em like a drum.
"
Cromwell wrote on Apr 2, 2008 8:57 PM:
" Hillary and McCain were strong advocates of the Iraq war. Therefore, those two are unacceptable as serious presidential candidates. My vote is for Obama. "
Nervel wrote on Apr 2, 2008 8:40 PM:
" Sigh.... I so wish more news sites would turn off reader comments. "
Kevin wrote on Apr 2, 2008 8:27 PM:
" Good move Gov... And for all others, if you think you can do a better job?! Get off your butts! And stop talking and start doing.. Otherwise you are part of the problem with this nation... All talk! No action, and no real solutions! Blame anyone but yourself! "
Obi wrote on Apr 2, 2008 8:19 PM:
" This was a good and very well reasoned decision. We americans need to just look around us to see the severity of the problems we face and how it would take the lot of us to collectively solve these problems. No one person can solve these problems. But someone who can inspire us to come together and solve these problem is what this country needs. Name-calling does not help anyone. Do we really need four years of cursing-out those that disagree with us? Judas? Is that a way to inspire? "
Dutch wrote on Apr 2, 2008 7:27 PM:
" I am surprised by some of the negative ignorant comments on here. People know that the Governor of Wyoming is a superdelegate, right? They also know we had a caucus in March, right? And that Obama won that Caucus. What is the big deal? The Governor is doing his duty as a superdelegate. "
terry wrote on Apr 2, 2008 7:18 PM:
" your just RACIST --Ombama is the peoples chioce he will stop wyomings coal industry when he gets Gore in there - Go Obama - watch out for all those white red neck racist - to be not for Obama is to be RACIST . Whites are so racist "
sameroot wrote on Apr 2, 2008 7:18 PM:
" STOP ALL THESE NAMES YOU ARE CALLING THE GOVERNOR AND ANYONE WHO ENDORSES OBAMA.
FACE THE REALITY:OBAMA HAS APPEALED TO MANY.HE HAS WON.HILLARY IS DESPERATE AND AS A RESULT,INSINCERE,FAILING TO APPEAL TO MANY.SHE HAS LOST.IF YOU BELEIVE IN DEMOCRACY AND ITS VALUES,YOU SHOULD ACCEPT OBAMA'S LEAD IN ALL---PLEDGED DELEGATES,POPULAR VOTES AND MORE STATES OR DO YOU WANT TO RE-WRITE THE RULES? "
FACE THE REALITY:OBAMA HAS APPEALED TO MANY.HE HAS WON.HILLARY IS DESPERATE AND AS A RESULT,INSINCERE,FAILING TO APPEAL TO MANY.SHE HAS LOST.IF YOU BELEIVE IN DEMOCRACY AND ITS VALUES,YOU SHOULD ACCEPT OBAMA'S LEAD IN ALL---PLEDGED DELEGATES,POPULAR VOTES AND MORE STATES OR DO YOU WANT TO RE-WRITE THE RULES? "
GandalftheGrey wrote on Apr 2, 2008 5:51 PM:
" Way to Go !! The Governor demonstrates keen insight into the man - Barack Obama - and what is needed in this country to recapture a rational and honorable direction for American domestic and foreign policy. Obama will show an America very tough on the Taliban and alQeada - and focused on capturing or killing the people responsible for 911. Obama's speeches on defense policy reveal coherent steel - something missing in the ideological fiasco engineered by wisdom of Dick Cheney, the organizational wisardry of Don Rumsfield and the policy choices of the Bush White House. "
Terry wrote on Apr 2, 2008 3:09 PM:
" What makes anyone think there vote will count? The nomination for who will run on the democratic side is not the true will of all people. With Super delegates and Caucuses this is a joke. If it were run like a true election everyone would vote in a primary with all states voting on the same day just like we do on everything else. The Obama people want to say stop things right now and don’t want to count tow large states. The press is giving him a free ride as far as Rev. Wright’s words this has been going on for the 20 years that he has been a member of that church. That is why his wife said this was the first time that she was proud to be an American. He wants change how can there be change if you bring your children up in a church like this? I am sure when the swift boat people start Mr. Obama”s free ride will be over. "
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