DNC Night #1: How would you grade the speeches?

The speeches for the most part were fine. Ted Kennedy was great. Michelle Obama took the night. what I simply can't understand is why the republicans get on tv and try to smash Obama's wife. Is because she can intelligently string sentences together and Mccain's wife can't. I haven't her speak one time. What did she have to say about her husband? Or maybe they have something to hide. Seven houses...Hint, Hint. You be the judge. Then you have republican analyst on tv smashing Obama and his wife on national tv with a smile on their face. How sneaky and underhanded do you have to be to do that.

I'd give her a C grade. She still comes across as a phony, and I find it hard to believe that she is worth millions in her job. I understand she got quite a promotion at work when Barak started to run for president. I truly don't think America can afford them.

It is appalling for Mrs. Obama to state how much she loves this country yet not even recognize and pay tribute to the armed forces of this great country of ours, which has helped to create and ensure not only its greatness, but the opportunities she and many others now enjoy. She couldn't even wish them home safely and soon. Some patriot. Her daughter even gave her an "OK" rating instead of "great".

I think that Michelle is a very poised and exceptional lady. Her husband is being slandered by people who would do and say anything to keep him out of the White House.
She has taken all of this with great dignity and grace.
And as far as "America can't afford them"...what we can't afford, what the working class families that Big Business and Industry have gotten rich off of can't afford, is the very economy that Mr. Bush has handed us.

I originally didn't have much thought about Michelle Obama – she came across as an actress fulfilling a necessary role. But I have to admit – I really enjoyed her speech and she became more real in my eyes as a wife and mother – more credible.

Michelle did much better than I expected. She looked well, and her speech was well written and she kept her sincerity in check. Seems like a PR (public relations) person got hold of her! About time. Their girls waving at their Dad was a nice touch. They are family people. Can't wait until Nov.

Ted Kennedy was strong; Michelle Obama evoked smiles and tears and admiration for her heartfelt persuasion for hope and unity in the country. I would like to correct the infamous quote about love for her country thus. "For the first time in my... life I am REALLY proud of my country." That is what she REALLY said. It was a matter of degree.

I'm not American. I am Canadian. I have only visited your country twice in my 22 year life time. But my life, and the lives of countless citizens of the world is influenced every day by the situations in your country, whether they be econimic, social, or political.

I have found myself absolutely enthralled in your political system, that is so very different from my own, for many many reasons. But the first and most important being that I know and feel that your country is ready for change, and ready for passion and commitment to the people of your country and the world to be brought back to your white house.

Michelle Obama brought me to tears last night. Not because of my love for America – I enjoy your country, but I love Canada. It's because I could see the inspiration in the peoples eyes. They truly believed in hope for the future – that her husband, her family truly held the capacity to change the world as you know it. The american dream.

Mr. Obama is the hope your country needs for a better tomorrow. No one since JFK himself has been able to inspire the young people of America like Barack Obama. That inspiration is what will lead your country and our worlds into the future. A future I believe that will not discrimate based on difference, but one that will unite in opportunity. The young people, and the young at heart are the ones this world belongs to, and we need a leader who understands that it's time for change. We need Barack Obama to lead your country for the next 8 years.

What I learned last night was the power of the media. The Michelle Obama that spoke was not the Michelle Obama that media has tried to portray her as. She has risen from the ashes from a middle class background who worked hard and sacrificed and is a special women who shows evidence of the American dream and the American way.
It is a sad day when the politics of fear and race rule the good judgement of the American people.

the first night of the democratic convention was just plain SUPER! I listened to Senator Kennedy and Michelle Obama, and felt the same feeling as when I was 14 years old and President John Kennedy inspired me to love politics. At age 59 I feel like this is Americas time to elect Obama and Biden. If not now when? God bless America!!

Ted Kennedy was tremendous and gave a much needed boost to the convention procedings. Being from the generation who watched his brothers being buried as a result of their commitment to politics and having watched Ted build his own legacy despite the heavy mantel of Kennedy expectations, it was very moving. But as an African American woman, who experienced segregated makeup and lunch counters in the 1960's, who was the first African American student in a parochial school in the early 1970's and endured the "subtle" discrimination as one of the first African Americans in a major corporation in a midwest office during the 1980's – I was so very, very proud of Michelle Obama's speech, her accomplishments, her poise, and her guts to be herself and her family. She represented the dreams of so many African American families. So many of our families are headed by African American women, and we struggle daily. To watch one of our own "step to the plate" and represent – I never thought I would live to see the day when an African American would have the opportunity to represent a major political party and have a real chance to represent OUR country – the country built on the backs of OUR ancestors. I am so proud of Michelle and her family. The convention belongs to Barack – but Monday night belonged to Ted Kennedy and Michelle Obama.

Mechelle Obama was great. She let everyone know that Barrack is a common person who grew up like all middle class families and that he was a very caring man who worked hard to help the underclass and would be a great President. I hope her speech woke up all those nay sayers in the Republican Party was shaking in their boots last nights after her speech. OBAMA 2008

Michelle's speech was great. We have come a long way from the likes of listening to first ladies saying things like "just say no". I think Michelle showed that she is an intellegent woman for today's America. This speech should shut up her critics. In a large part, she was the reason that I switched from being a 30 year republican to a democrat last week even before this speech (not to mention the dumb remarks Bush has made lately). After last night, I am now sure I made the right move.

I'm a 18 year old new voter and also a United States Army Soldier. I came from the same background as Michelle Obama but instead my grandparents raised me from birth adopting me. I believe she did a great job. I give her a A and hope she continues to open up about her life as well as her husbanb's too. For all tose who disagree, your probably just another one of those sore Hillary losers. Let's bring the party together guys. Set an example for my generation please.

What a ridiculous waste of money... Looks like a well funded sorority party... Seems like if the dems were really concerned about the hard working Americans putting in "long" hours, they could put that money to better use....

her grade is an "a", very intelligent lady.

I think Michelle Obama did an awesome job. She is an amazing woman married to an amazing man. The two of the them will help bring our country out of the horrible slump we have been forced to endure for the last 8 years. Obama 08 YES WE CAN!

I am sickened by the very thought of these 2 being in any kind of position that represents our country. Michelle O'Bama is the Queen of Fake no real compassion what so ever.. What an embarrassment for our Country.
I don't have a problem with O'Bama's color, I do however have a problem with his lack of experience and patriotisim..
I would like to think America is smarter than to vote for this joker and his wife.
If you want a President of color then Get someone like Colon Powell
to run. He has a real LOVE FOR OUR COUNTRY... And he is a great Patriot. Maybe John McCain could ask him to run for VP.
That would be a real win for the U.S. and us.....
I am a Democrat that will vote for McCain and whoever runs with him...

Bonnie
from MS....

I thought the first night went great-it set the stage for a big convention. Kennedy's speech was moving and inspirational, I was brought to tears with pride for our country. Michelle Obama showed us that she IS a First Lady. I loved hearing the personal side of their family history and the connection to the every day life of so many Americans. I know that our country will be much stronger – morally and economically with Barack Obama leading – and for the first time in years we could have two educated, well spoken people in the White House with a strong moral structure as the face for our country... imagine that!

I watched as much of Michelle's speech as I could take, and yes she still comes across as a phony, but then everyone does at these conventions. If the video they did of her life was to show how compassionate she is and how much she gave up, for others, in the past, they should have used footage from the past. The display of her helping in these places also included posters of Barrack 08 on the walls and people wearing Obama 08 buttons. How long has he been running? It does seem like, forever. I'll give an A for delivery and an F for content.

That speech could not have been improved in any way! Now I feel that Mrs Obama will make the perfect first lady! Her speech was GREAT! I have a message to those so-called Clinton supporters that are now voting for McCain. How dare you! If you truly believed in her, as I do, you would believe in which direction the country is going.

Grade would be inclomplete.
Speaches or rather Network coverage did not start until 10 PM.
Who's up that late? I would venture that most of America did not even see the convention live, nor will they.
Major mistake by the campain.
Would you start SuperBowl coverage, Olympic Coverage or any other major event that late?
Reguarless of party affiliation, it is going to be hard to gain interest in the campaign due to the late start.

I thought Michelle Obama did a good job with her speech. There were no major mess ups. I would have liked to seen some more substance to it though. I still get a little upset with the Osama’s, and McCain’s as well, for trying to sell themselves as common people. Neither of them is common, they are both elitist, which is not necessarily bad. I just wish they would have the courage to admit it and then put forth a platform for the country that would help more common people to move into their same elitist category.

They painted a very appealing picture of the picture perfect family, they deserve credit for that. Those are the moments that event planners hope and pray for.

I think Michelle Obama did an great job. I'm a 53 year old woman and I remember my parents and grandparents working hard. And my mother staying home and taking care of the family. The values of Family structure had to come first and staying together no matter what. I can relate to everything she said and think she would be an awesomw first lady.

What I saw last night made me think she is now a phony. I have seen her speak before and this time she barely covered the bitterness and anger she projected in her other speeches. This time there was no substance to it not even the negativity.

michelle obama was in my opinion the perfect first lady , her speach was to the point and gave me a new look into the obamas life , she is an excellent asset to her husbands campaign and i could see how she would be a good first lady. you could definetly feel the honest in her speech and how could anyone resist those children of theirs .....

I have been wanting to give Obama a chance to win me over, but everything he and his wife do and say just seems so staged and lacks authenticity. I think they are too young and lack experience and substance. I wish there was some sort of action Clinton could take in this DNC now that all the votes count to be seated as the candidate for the democratic party. Otherwise I truly am voting McCain simply because he is more likely to keep our country safe and has the experience and knowledge of how our government works. I'm willing to pay more taxes to be safe and have a wise President who understands war and how to get out of it wisely. Never thought this would happen!

I felt Mrs. Michelle Obama's speech was awesome! She an elegant, intelligent and beautiful woman – I was so proud of her last night. I believe Barak has an awesome helpmate at his side.
I am a 50 year young African American woman who grew up and survived the hardship of the civil rights movement. I am so proud at this moment to see Americans from all walks of life making an effort to come together for the greater good of this country. We are ALL in this together, no matter what you may think. America has to change and begin to embrace the need to include everyone in the process of making this country better. America has to wake up and look to the future.

With all the negative comments from the media and so on, why don't folks get up and funnel all that negative energy towards making a positive change in their community and in this country!

I thought the night went over well. With Sen. Kennedy to Mrs. Obama, giving speeches that moved my family and me. I was undecided, but now I will be rooting for Obama and Biden in 08.

Michelle Obama did a great job last night. It let the people know how she and Barack are like regular Americans. Their families started in the working class, making a home for their kids. This speech was far from phony all the things they have talked about I have either seen them or experienced them. Especially the first time taking my son home from the hospital I drove slow too. If this speech did not touch you then your mind is already set against her before she even started.

Good Job Michelle real good job...

Mrs. Obama spoke well concerning her parents but a somewhat practiced and almost robotic switch came over her when she began speaking about her husband. She came across as very fake and appeared to try too hard to seem sincere. I was actually offended when she began speaking about our Iraq veterans and service men and women currently serving our country.
I understand that her goal was to put a more human face to her husband but I remain unmoved by her speech because there was still no substance given to the presumptive nominee.
Mrs. Obama made a lot of promises on behalf of her husband regarding policies but, as always, there was no mention of how these promises would be fulfilled. I'm SURE Senator Obama will elaborate on how he will fulfill these and other promises he has made, but then again he hasn't so far so why would he change now. (can anyone say empty suit).
The most earnest part of the night was when their little girls came out and completely stole the night. It can easily be seen that there is a lot of love in the family and that one moment did add a human character to Mr. and Mrs. Obama.

Last night, American saw an American woman who is intelligent, poised, attractive, has the ability to balance work and family life and communicate why this country is so badly in need of change. I was very impressed with Michelle Obama and her ability to express her thoughts and family upbringing to America. I saw an ability that is not being exhibited in previous republican 1st ladies and I saw willingness from Michelle Obama to encourage others to become the best that they can be through hard work and a desire to succeed. I also saw beauty along with a striking appeal to intelligently communicate that I stand behind the goal toward having an American society that everyone will be proud to live in. I saw the American working people at work.

I voted for Hillary Clinton this past primary. I cannot remember being so moved by the speeches I heard last night. Teddy Kennedy was AWESOME!!! I pray he continues a speedy recovery.

Michelle Obama, I have to admit I was not very fond of her. It was difficult to read her. After last night's speech I realize that Barak and Michelle's story IS an American story. I was never so proud to be a Black American as I was last night.

I am Sophie and I endorse this blog and the DNC.

At first, I thought I was watching a NAACP convention. I'am not a racist. Who at the DNC put together the MOST important opening for the Democrats, to win the White House back? The Kennedy's did turn the convention around. Depending on the the Clinton"s speeches, McCain WILL be my choice.

Well i was very sad that they did not speak of the men and women who have gave there lifes for us. It sad for them to speak of how much they can for for our county but what the men and women who are given there lives for us. where was that spoken about???

I guess it does not matter to Obama wife. IT sad to those who are working hard for freedom.

Tommy West Jr.
Adel Ga. 31620

The more I hear the bits of Michelle Obama's speeches the more I think she is a hardened bigot. What is she so worried about hope for her children? They're living with rich parents. If she wants to talk about hope for children then she should talk about the poor families today, white or black, or asian or hispanic. This country should not be so concerned just about HER children.

Great job by both Ted and Michelle – can't wait to hear Hilary and Mark Warner. Why people are surpised by Michelle's intelligence and being articulate boggles the mind – after all she is a graduate of Princeton with a law degree. Why some people describe her as phony or an actress (and overpaid at that) makes me chuckle, especially calling her elitist. Did they not read the news report regarding the Obama's tax returns? Do they not know that the Obama's and Biden's networths are at the bottom of the list when it comes to all US Senators? Elitist – right. Go Democrats in 2008.

I found Michelle's Princeton thesis revealed quite a bit about her and the subsequent remarks she has made since her hen-pecked husband ran for an office he's not remotely qualified or experienced for merely confirms she's a racist, a bigot and as ignorant as the day is long.

Barack grew up fatherless and fell under the influence of some very racist, disloyal and bigoted men. He was also given his start in politics with the help of an unrepetent domestic terrorist with innocent blood on his hands.

These people have absolutely no business visiting the White House much less occupying it.

I listened carefully to her speech, I heard "the thread that holds us together." Never once did I hear her "Thank God" for anything or even recognize there was a higher being. It was a forceful speech, all the I's were dotted. All the honor was given, to Everyone except," GOD." Whoever becomes President of American will have to recognize that man alone is not strong enough to keep america strong. How very small man is in comparison to our father, God. Stella Richie

I have been a democrat my whole life, but I am so sickened by the party and what they are doing I will switch parties. I cant understand why the party let Obama even run for office with no experience at all. At least we had some hope with Hillary, I will vote for McCain since Hillary is gone.

Both Ted and Michelle's speeches were A+ and on target. Very inspritational. To those Hilary backers that have jumped to the McCain camp.........so be it.....that is their American right. But to all the Repubicans that feel the need to bombard me daily with nasty, twisted, anti-Obama emails....Enougn already!! I made up my mind 2 years ago. Please do not assume that everyone shares your (R)opinion.
Funny.......I don't get emails from all the Dem. bombarding Mr. McCain. That speaks volumes.........

Watching Michelle Obama's speech last night I was taken by the story of her Dad and in general how she was raised. She is clearly much more down to earth and patriotic than the media has painted her to be. I was impressed.

Scott,
Dove Canyon, CA

I hope everyone remembers what Obama said he would do when or if he becomes President. He said he would pull our troops out of Iraq but he did not say he would bring them home but send them to Afghanistan. Afghanistan is in worse fighting zone than was Iraq so how is that bringing them home.

Ken- WELL PUT- I totally agree w/you. I wish more people can see what we see...they don't because they are thinking the O'Bama's are going to save their lives...people have to understand that the government can not do anything for them – except keep our society civil and fair....We all create our luck and destiny through hard work, and for some reason, people think the O'bamas are going to "save" them – from what? I have no idea...Listen up "people"- just work hard believe in yourself and don't blame the government for your problems, we have a very generous civil society, and there is help all around you....anything is possible in this country....only you are to blame for not seizing opportunities. Unfortunately, we are NOT all the same, and will never be the same...so stop punishing the TRUELY hard working to pay for the lazy people who want the government to "save" them.. Take control of your own life, we have the tools here in the USA....surround yourself with good people – not drug addict complainers or total N0-BRAINS who are "takers" and start giving yourself, and stop taking for a change...

Regarding Michelle Obama, anyone can read a teleprompter and you'd think her advisors would have told her not to squint to read the words. Who ever wrote the speach for her should be commended not Michelle herself....

I have to say, I am not thrilled with either candidate this season. However, regarding their wives, I have seen both speak and on the "VIEW". There is no doubt that Michelle Obama is MUCH more personable than Cindy McCain.

Maybe it's a bit too late but it wouldn't be a bad idea to get Cindy with a "coach" (so to speak) possibly help her "loosen up" a bit.

Being a candidate and the possible First Lady of the United States does require that you have that special ability to "sell" yourself to the public. Michelle certainly has the charisma. She is accessible and Cindy comes across a bit as the glamorous wealthy aloof. Even though she has done some great work. She MUST learn to show her compassion.

Any woman in this position could take a lesson from the late Diana Princess of Wales. Her grace and compassion was the real deal! May she rest in peace.

I believe in general last night's DNC was just an indication of what is ahead in terms of leadership for our country. Michelle Obama is an example of what many African American women have achieved and that is the priviledge of obtaining an education. The media sometimes do not reflect women in a good light and from my opinion tends to focus on the negative aspects of stereotypical views held historically. African American women are not suppose to appear confident, beautiful, stable or educated. It would be great if the media started going to some HBCU's, corporations, educational institutions, and governmental agencies to see some positive depictions of what we are doing in this country and that is making positive change! The girls are so cute...and may God bless them and led our country victoriously!

I loved ted kennedy also michelle did a wonderful job. but i was alittle upset over the cnn crew wolf and all those other news people .I thought this was about Obama not the clintons and why they are upset over this and that.you could not even hear the other people that spoke about Obama because of all the talking, It was really nerve wrecking trying to watch .I know wolf kept saying if you wanted to hear the whole progam to get on your laptop but not everyone has alaptop or a computer so what do they do just set and listen to all their but crap.I bet this don't go on next week for Mccain. Cause they won't have Hillary or Bill to talk about .I was happy Caroline Kennedy told Wolf what she did about not telling him anything, I love hillary and would have liked to see her as Obamas running mate . But that is not going to happen so please all of Hillary 's people don't cut off your nose to spite your face.Cause if you vote Mccain thats what you'er doing....... Pat

Michelle showed us on thing she could get a job in Hollywood. What a performance, she makes lying an art.

it was great. I loved it

I'm an independant & I was totally undewhelmed with last nights Dem. Convention. I'm actually very impressed with Obama & exceptionally impressed with Joe Biden. I'd really love to vote for them. However, when watching last nights supporting cast, one is very quickly reminded that their supporting cast is loaded with losers. The Dems marched out loser after loser after loser last night & bored us to death with little or no substance:
- Pelosi – All talk & no action – The leader of the most do nothing
congress in history.
- Jimmy Carter – Lets not forget that he was one of the worst
presidents in the history of presidents. This is a man who sat & did
zero while Iran's Ayatolla made a fool of him and the USA
- Jesse Jr – He actually did a pretty good job.
- Caroline & Ted Kennedy – Whatever ! Ok if this were about
sentamentalism – but it's not.
- Mcaskill – what was the point ?
- Jim Leach – By far the most impressive.
- Michelle Obama – I'm simply not buying what she's selling !
Good Act! Well rehearsed!
- The Obama Children – definitley the highlights of the evening – cuter
than cute can be – we turned up the sound & actaully stopped
watching the Monday Night Football game (PIP) to watch them.
- The remainder – eh – lotsa feel good kinda stuff that caused us to
dose off. It was an exceptionally slow night for Dems!
Exceptionally slow !!!!! There was no Beef !!!!!

Cris stated the following:

I found Michelle’s Princeton thesis revealed quite a bit about her and the subsequent remarks she has made since her hen-pecked husband ran for an office he’s not remotely qualified or experienced for merely confirms she’s a racist, a bigot and as ignorant as the day is long.

The thesis had nothing to do with racism, she was talking about the relationships between African Americans and European Americans, how time spent with each other on a individual level will make them more comfortable with each other. This nitpicking just shows how some people can make a mountain out of a ant hill. To see what she was talking about go into a group of people you dont know nothing about or deal with. You will sit there but after some time you start to get comfortable and interact with them. But if your mind is as closed as you depict in your comment Im afraid you will never be comfortable with anyone but yourself.

I was unimpressed with the whole evening. I'm still undecided and there is zero which happened last night that would help me make up my mind. As far as I'm concerned the Democrats wasted a ton of money on prime time TV. I thought Michelle Obama put on a good, well rehearsed performance but she was a no sell for me. Also, when watching many of the speakers that the democrats marched out – one is quickly reminded why they have lost the last two presidential elections and may lose this one as well – even though their party's current president is one of the very worst & most unpopular presidents in history. Bottom line is a Dem loss would be devestating because they went into this with a huge advantage which should have provided a landslide victory. As it stands, they'll struggle and be fortunate if they squeek it out. The dems need to get this over with because they are losing ground weekly. And, their lead could completely evaporate by election day. And, yesterday was a typical examply why that is happening. TOO BAD!

Michelle Obama gave an intelligent and rational speech that told us about her and her husband. More than the words she used was the overall tenor of the speech, down-to-earth and comfortable.
This morning talking head Richard Lui came on with a body language expert who presumed to tell us what she really meant.
Are you kidding?
Do the honchos at CNN think we're so stupid we need a speech explained to us by a body language expert?
What next, casting runes and reading entrails? Good grief!

Michelle's speech didn't change my decision as a Democrat to vote Republican this time around. Both Obama's had humble beginnings as did I myself. So what? That by itself doesn’t qualify Barack for office. That they and I have done quite well financially (they much better than I) only speaks to the opportunity America presents for its citizens.
It all comes down to policies. Unfortunately Barack's energy policy is limited to bashing big oil. Government isn't going to solve our energy problems, private entrepreneurship will. Have we heard Barrack tell us how he will stimulate entrepreneurship? NO!
Barack's health care policy is also severely lacking. Attack the insurance and drug companies? Maybe they deserve some attack but there are other culprits out there as well. What about the "non profit" hospitals, one of which paid Michelle circa $300K per year? Dare Barack attack that group? After all, these "non profit" hospitals represent one of the biggest components of the "high cost of healthcare" in America, which after all is the real problem. At least John McCain has the problem identified.

I missed Ted Kennedy's speech but heard parts of it afterwards.
I was impressed that he can still, while ill, project such hope
and passion with a clear message given strongly.
I did hear Michelle and found that she projected with
sincerity her caring for family, husband and country. And yes,
she did mention the men and women in the services.
I would be proud to have her as First Lady!!
PS: The first night of the convention was meant to be
inspiring. Tonight ,and for the next 3, will be plenty of time to
take on the negative Republican campaign and then, GET
BACK TO THE ISSUES!

So much hate in this country of ours it's a shame. I rode submarines for over ten years protecting this great nation of ours and am totally disgusted with the I would rather shoot myself in the foot rather than put someone in office who cna at least change the downward trend that our country is in. Obama won get over it, if you put McBush back in you and everyone who losses something during the next four years of McBush unfortunately deserves it! the experience crap doesn't stand the smell test, Kennedy didn't haveit, Reagan was an actor, Carter was a peanut farmer, Bush Sr. might have had it but Bush Jr. was a loser who traded Sammy Sosa.

Get over the hate America we are hated enough around the world, so you should really start thinking of how to put our country back on track and do the right thing!
THE WOMAN was great last night being jeolous is so childish!

I give here a grade of C. Here are some concerns.#1 Why did she not mention race? The Obama campaign has been playing the race card since day one. #2. She never mentioned their faith. Makes me wonder if Rev. Wright is still out there. # 3 and most important. She said that Barack's word is his bond and he does what he says he will do. Well to me this is a flat out lie. Obama said that he would accept public campaign financing, in fact he signed a document so stating. Well he certainly lied big time about that. So this tells me he can not be trusted on his word, and he will not do what he says he will do. He will do and say only what is necessary at the time, and that's why this 42 year Dem will never vote for him.

I have a couple of observations. First of all, Nancy Pelosi.....get a new speech writer, because you wasted so much time with "Barack Obama is right and John Mccain is wrong"...great stuff to get the crowd going, but useless when you don't have the time to prove your point. You could have skipped one or two of those and actually backed the other 3 times you said that up with some facts, if you have any. You made some far reaching comments, again, great for stirring crowds, but pointless if they're not true, or a distortion of the truth. Also madam speaker, please learn how not to stare at a teleprompter for more than 3-5 seconds per screen. It became very obvious 5 minutes into your speach that you prepared a whole 5 minutes for it. Also, your interview after your speech was as factless as your speech. You really needed to stop with the "Barack is right" statement, as you already wore it out during your speech. All that prime time coverage you received and you squandered it away with old style speech tactics that win no votes, win no support, and all they do is energize your exisiting supporters....nothing else.
As for Ted Kennedy, he's a pro. Not only did he energize the crowd, he backed up what he said with actions and words of wisedom. The man is a rock of the Washington gridwork. Even after brain surgery, he was still able to give a speech that just wowed everyone, made complete sense, and you can tell he worked it, practiced it, and hit the mark with every spoken word. Nancy Pelosi on the other hand gave a speech just short of and eigth grade book report in front of the class.
As far as Michelle Obama, average speech at best. Lots of the family values talk, loves her kids, loves her husband, and oh, lets not forget how she worded her love for this country....."That is the thread that connects our hearts. That is the thread that runs through my journey and Barack's journey and so many other improbable journeys that have brought us here tonight, where the current of history meets this new tide of hope.
That is why I love this country." Great words, but yet so much of it said now, and not all along. This was a speech of convenience. It was now a "convenient" time to say you love this country.......It was a "convenient" time to state you support those who are giving their lives to defend freedom and democracy, yet silence when her husband says the war was wrong and we shouldn't be there in Iraq. I know a lot of what Michelle has said and has been written in e-mails has distorted her opinions and viewpoints, but she made a few points clear last night.....that she's from Chicago, her dad was a hard worker, and she loves her family....ok.....thats fine, and it cannot be distorted or misinterpreted, but did she say that will help him get elected? Not much I'm afraid, as while she was very inflective in her voice, the SUBSTANCE was not really there. All she could say about him was he's a good husband and father, but again, she couldn't say much about his record in congress because theres not a lot there to discuss. She couldn't talk about his years of military service, because that doesn't exist. She made some commentary on equal pay for woman and how he'll fix the economy. If I'm not mistaken, he's been in the senate for a "few" years now, so why not talk about what he "has done" for this country rather than how he is with his family. On a scale of 1-10, I rank her enthusiasm a 9 and the substance of her speech a 4 because I'm glad he's a family man, but whats he going to do for this country that he so far has been unable to do as a US senator?

The speeches were heart-warming and helped me see Michelle Obama in a different light; as a woman, mother, daughter, and wife. She expressed herself in openly and honestly. You can see the Obama's girls were none scripted and Barack is obviously a hands-on and engaged father in his daughters.

Edward Kennedy's speech....priceless! No words can describe how emotional moving his passing of the torch to Barack Obama is to the American people.

I have switched from Republican to Democrate in the past! I support Barack Obama for President of the United States!

I carefully watched Michelle Obama, during the H. Clinton speech, last night,at the DNC. She had the most stern face I have ever seen from her. She looked like she was ready for a fight. It was not until THIRTY minutes later, when Hillary said that Michelle would make a great first lady, that she finally cracked a half smile. Prior to that, whenever people were giving standing ovations and cheering, with smiles, as was Bill Clinton, Michelle looked like she was doing something she was forced to do. She had to stand during the standing ovations, or else she would be villianized, and she knew it, or else she was coached. Now, when the speaker prior to Hillary was on, the gentleman from Montana, she had the biggest smile, and was clapping. Did anyone else notice this?

I voted for Hiliary in the primary. I am very disappointed in her speech last night. At the time of running against Obama, she was all over him and against most of his issues. Now that he got his revenge in not picking her as his V.P., he had the gull to ask her to speak at his convention. Hiliary, I love you, but that is being a real air head. I am very hurt on how you retracted what you had previously said about Obama. I do not trust him at all to be commander in chief of this great country of ours. My husband died while on active duty, I was left with three babies to raise alone. Sorry, Hiliary, you did not sway me at all in your speech last night. I intend to vote for McCain, a more experienced person, (who does not retract what he says) Angel Snellville, Ga.

Phenomenal. Let's unite the party. I've heard individuals say how disgusted they are with Bush. Yet , they are not sure which candidate they will vote for. It's a no brainer, Obama. If you are disgusted and tired of Bush policies, yet you vote for McCain. Ask your self, why?

Former President Clinton always has been and always will be "FOR" his country. A "TRUE" Democratic wants the best for the people. We are sick and tired of being sick and tired. The economy is plummeting. We all feel the stakes going through our hearts. It is definitely time...FOR A CHANGE!!! Our country has been down and out and in the dumps and we watch it fall further in a deep hole swallowing up all our hopes and dreams.
We are suppose to be the richest country but yet our health care system has failed us, our finances are drowning, we are losing everything we have worked hard for. And to keep a loaf of bread and a pack of sandwich meat in the frigerator is a tremendous struggle. I've talked with families that have done without water or electric in their homes. I, too, have experienced it.
Bill Clinton knows about teamwork. And his dedication for not only his family but for his wonderful country shines brighter than the midnight star. It makes sense that he'd supports his wife until the end. But since the story has turned over to a new chapter, Bill Clinton still reflects togetherness and faithfulness.
For many, it is hard to swallow our prides. It is tough to let down our egos. It is a challenge for us to set aside our differences for the sake of our future and our childrens future. These are reasons why we choose white over black and left over right.
Folks, open your minds! We need to realize and "DO" what is best for "OUR" country. I believe everyone brings something to the table...new ideas, improvements, solutions, etc. Each person has a piece of the puzzle that is needed. Soon you will see the complete picture as a whole. Obama's, Biden's and Clinton's, WE NEED YOU! (Heartful tears run down my face as I type) This is for every man, woman and child who finally needs someone on their side.

Martin Luther King Jr lives in me, "LET FREEDOM RING!"
Barack Obama is where we are, "CHANGE WE CAN BELIEVE IN!"
I am Hillary Clinton, " BARACK OBAMA MUST BE OUR PRESIDENT!"

Let's all play a part in mending "Our Nation" back together again. Say it loud! "OBAMA '08"
We The People...finally...United as One!
I believe there is a Higher Power and this is His plan.
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I think there doing an amazing job at getting people excited about about the issues but have not said much about what actions they are going to take. They keep talking about the old polotics and how we have to vote Obama to change them. I cant wait to hear how Obama plans to make these changes. If,"insanity is doing the same thing over and over again and expecting different results," than why would anyone vote McCain?

Born in 1947, I grew up in Camelot. It started with JFK and died with Bobby. As last night, the speeches were great – historic even. Unfortunately, history has also shown that nothing really happened before Dallas. After Dallas it took Johnson, that old congressional veteran, to get anything done. The reality is that if Mr Obama is elected, he will not have any more luck navigating the turbidity that is our Congress than John Kennedy did. I believe that now that the history books have been satisfied with the new benchmark of an African-American nominee for President, Mr Obama’s usefulness to the DNC will start to erode. He still may get to the White House but I seriously doubt that he will be able to “get to” Congress. At this point in our history, we desperately need to have the moderates on both sides of the aisle unite in repudiation of the PR pull of both fringes. Only a united congressional majority can bring about the changes we truly need rather than the ones that sound good. The obvious fact is that of the two candidates only Mr McCain has a chance to do that.

Tears of joy not one president or president to be ever made tears come out of my eyes.god bless obama.

All the speeches at this convention were moving. They made you realize it is time for change in the USA. Omaba and Sen. Clinton's speeches were the best in my opinion. We do not need another Bush-like government in office. I'm so tired of the old-folks in Washington not up to date with the issues of young middle-class people so they make stupid policies that only benefit them..... It’s time for a change and Obama is the one to do it.

We should all give Martin Luther King Jr. his due as he was infact a gfreat man who brought the nation together even though it took the rest of us too long to follow suite but after hearing his name for the just the first 2 hours last night I began feeling as though racism and inequality still exist in America. If a person doesn't measure up to their own highest capability and then blame others for "holding them back" then what is racism? Really. It seems more than a coincidence that this convention may have been planned to occur and the speech planned just for this day. This convention was a forum for racism.

setting the obama speech aside, I want to know how he plans to achieve all that he has promised? as a voter what recourse do we have if he does not deliver? l

All smoke and no fire!

He has identified many of the issues we all face but not one word about how his plans to fix them or how he would pay for his solutions should he come up with some.

Please listen to what he is saying, (or not saying) not his eloquent but hollow delivery.

The speeches were all done well. Senator Ted Kennedy's speech was up there with Michelle's and Barack O'Bama's speeches. Sen. Kennedy sounded alot like his brother, John F. Kennedy. Michelle's speech was on how she and Barack were raised and about both of their parents, and how Barack entered politics. It was very interesting. Senator O'Bama's speech was well done. I enjoyed the convention very much and was glad to see the large crowd inside the hall and in Mile High Stadium. I am a registered Republican, but I have been in support of O'Bama and the Democratic Party for awhile. God bless Michelle and Senator O'Bama and their family and Joe Biden, his wife and family. Am looking forward to the day when O'Bama and Biden are President and Vice President. **Let's all Help Them to make it to the White House.**