Comments on: Does Obama have a problem with Jewish voters in Florida?

By: Gaby

Gaby — Thu, 22 May 2008 22:04:10 +0000

Obama should just be himself, and continue to unite ,as he has been doing and this will win not just Jewish voters, but all Americans, and eventually, even the Bubba people in HRC's camp, whom the Clinton's have left behind..

By: Dennis from Phoenix

Dennis from Phoenix — Thu, 22 May 2008 22:03:29 +0000

Not even sure if this is an issue. I would not be quick to judge based on this question.

By: silvio vega

silvio vega — Thu, 22 May 2008 22:02:28 +0000

Hillary should be the candidate from the democratic party, if we want to win Florida.

By: Casey - Sebastopol, CA

Casey - Sebastopol, CA — Thu, 22 May 2008 22:01:03 +0000

I think Al Gore should endorse Obama now. You know he's going to in June. But it would really help to do it now because, if the guy who got screwed in Florida believes Obama should be the nominee despite the issues with FL and MI, then that says something.

Seat the delegates and divide them 50/50. There is some truth in the fact that delegates aren't required to stick to their choice. Start with an even playing field and see where that goes.

By: Bev Miles

Bev Miles — Thu, 22 May 2008 22:00:29 +0000

Senator Obama only needs to keep doing and saying what he's already been doing and saying – keep being himself – what more could any true American citizen ask for? By the way, a recent poll in Canada makes Obama our choice for President of our dearest neighbour.

By: Cynthia

Cynthia — Thu, 22 May 2008 21:59:40 +0000

Obama needs to campaign in Florida, let the voters get to know him, and he'll win them over just as he has with so many other voters and superdelegates. He has put an energy into this election cycle that has been missing for so long, and that wouldn't have been there without him – McCain, Huckabee, Clinton and Edwards just don't inspire like Obama does. Energized young people, re-engaged disenfranchised members of the electorate, and independents craving a real change – be they Jewish, "working-class" white, seniors, Hispanics, blacks, affluent, or well-educated – will all come out and vote for change this year.

By: Mary, Hawaii

Mary, Hawaii — Thu, 22 May 2008 21:58:56 +0000

You wouldn't know it based on the confidence with which he spoke to them today. His speech and Q/A period were outstanding!!! This man is truly on to something. I saw JFK, MLK, and RFK all rolled into one today. America, YES WE CAN!!!!

By: Jerry in Florida

Jerry in Florida — Thu, 22 May 2008 21:58:30 +0000

Oh my Lord! I never dreamed I would agree with Jack Cafferty on any issue. Surprise, surprise! Not only does Senator Obama have a problem with Jewish voters; he also has a serious problem with Latino voters as well as the disenfranchised Florida Democratic voters. His rally on 05/21 in Florida is an indication of that.

By: Randy

Randy — Thu, 22 May 2008 21:57:38 +0000

I'm not convinced that Florida's democrats really get their vote counted anyway – whether their vote is for Gore, Kerry, Hillary, or Obama.

Add to that the low percentage of Jews anywhere, it's unclear why the Jewish vote in Florida matters at all.

By: Tal Liebrecht

Tal Liebrecht — Thu, 22 May 2008 21:53:52 +0000

Jewish seniors are mostly democrats who grew up in the 40's, 50's ,60's. They are extremely loyal democrats and most would never vote Republican. Just because they support Hillary doesn't make them at all likely to vote for McCain and not get behind Obama. This isn't an issue as I don't think it is true. Jews will vote Obama in November although he should stil make an effort and try to earn their vote.