How wonderful to have someone finally state the obvious.Obama supporters would have us believe that his wins are comparable to those of Hillary Clinton.It is a fact that Democrats will not win states where they have not won for many past election cycles.We may however lose states that we would need in the general election.Senator Clinton's supporters rightfully argue that she can and has won those states and their claims are justified and are resonating; that's why the Obama camp has stepped up their campaign to push her out of the race.

Secondly, it just does not make sense to disenfranchise 2 very important states in the general election.That tactic too works very effectively for the Obama campaign to push itself to victory, but what about November?Does the Obama campaign really think that their behind the scenes manipulation of the issue while the Senator gives speeches about inclusion and bringing parties together to find solutions is going unnoticed? That tactic is also having an impact on Senator Obama's waning support.

Count all the votes and let everyone finish voting.It's the only way the supporters of either of these candidates will be able to support the nominee.

"Bittergate" is important because it has pointed out a serious flaw in Sen Obama's ability to handle criticism of any kind.His candidacy has been singularly marked by the media's lack of questioning.I think he feels that he does not have to respond to questions he finds uncomfortable.His arrogance and sense of entitlement have indeed shown through this past week, and it does not bode well for his candidacy in November.As you point out, the Republicans will throw the whole house at him, not just the kitchen sink, and he can't just pout and think it beneath him to respond.(I think John Kerry's campaign was a perfect example of that failure!)There is no doubt in my mind that this is a significant lack in this candidate and that Democrats need to keep it in mind as they nominate their standard bearer.He will not win a general election,Sen Clinton will, because she can handle the Republicans.She has in the past and she will in November.

Oh my goodness, did someone dare to ask Sen Obama an impertinent question?I feel it's about time we see how he answers questions that don't meet his level of importance.Sen Clinton has certainly had her share and she's handled them rather well.Why Sen Obama feels himself "above" them is beyond me.The Republicans won't be shy about asking anything and about showing him in the poorest possible light.Before he becomes the Democratic standard bearer, he needs to prove he's up to the task.Wednesday's debate showed me he can not.He prefers a press that defers to him.They will not and the fact that he can't deal with it won't win the election.

Howard Dean de-railed his own campaign because of impatience and if he forces a choice now, the constituency of the other person will most definitely not support the candidate nominated.Howard Dean should be very quiet and wait for the campaign to end all on its own in order to keep both candidates'constituency in the Democrat column.Forcing the issue will only help the Republicans; and electability is and should be, a very important concern for all Democrats.Sen Obama's victories have indeed been posted largely from states the Democrats will not carry in November. Everyone needs to keep that in mind as a standard bearer is chosen.The only person I'd like to see step aside is Howard Dean!

I think there's another constituency that is always overlooked.Many,many women voted for George Bush because they felt that security was an issue.I know many women and older voters(2 constituencies that always show up to vote,by the way)who very simply will NOT cast their ballot for Barack Obama because of his youth and inexperience.Sorry, guys but I feel the Democrats are making a big mistake if they think that they will automatically get these voters to change their minds.It is a reality that no one cares to address, but it is still there.Unless, the Democrats feel they can win without this constituency, white men, Hispanics, and many Jewish voters.That is an example of math that doesn't work for me.

I agree with most of your commentary however, I'm not sure why Sen. Clinton's statements are called racist or negative when she merely states polling data that has been consistent and points out a very real weakness for Sen. Obama's campaign.I know the Obama backers would like to forget it but, it is there and it is a very real concern.I do not believe that he will win in November.Not only will he lose the demographic group Sen. Clinton points out, but he'll also lose many women.It seems these are the very constituencies Democrats have lost in past election cycles and we all know how that turned out.

Thanks so very much for the latest Obama campaign talking points on losing.He continues to be the "Shrinking Candidate", but let's all forget that and continue his coronation.The media coverage of this campaign has been and continues to be nothing short of contemptible.I'm not sure why Sen. Clinton can't get a break from you people but I really wish there was some modicum of evenhandedness in reporting.Perhaps you have all forgotten how to cover and report a story,given the lack of actual coverage and the level of reporting during the Bush administration.