Finally.

We'll see if he can keep this up. I'm afraid that he'll revert to "I guess you can vote for Obama as long as you don't have the option of voting for my wife" endorsements.

Who kicked Bill in the head? And can I get them to keep doing it?

As the cliche goes, he's always at his best when he seems to be against the ropes.

But, wait, I though Bill sucked ass? Oh, wait that's just some whiners overreacting anytime he isn't using the day's preapproved talking points or is being civil to the opposing candidate (aren't we striving for a new kind of politics this year?).... See what happens when you let Bill use his own voice?

Bravo, Bill! I never had any doubts you would do a great job stumping for Obama!! Kudos for coming up with your own arguments for Obama, not just campaign talking points.

Man, Bill Clinton should learn to STFU already!

Wait..

Say what you want about Bill -- and we do -- he is smart as hell, and almost as powerful as Obama on the stump.

Bill Clinton attacking Palin? I guess he probably thinks that's the best way to rally the base...of the GOP.

One reason he was nice to McCain before:

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/10/01/does-bill-clintons-new-sl_n_130887.html

Another source, a former Clinton fundraiser, agreed that too much has been made of late about Clinton's supposedly too-friendly remarks about John McCain. "Come on," the fundraiser said. "McCain came to his event [the Clinton Global Initiative]. What was he gonna do, slam the guy?" Now that the event has passed and Clinton is scheduled to be on the stump for Obama, the fundraiser said he "fully expect[s] to see some passionate advocacy" on behalf of the Democratic ticket.

Does make some sense.

Here's a new You Tube swing state ad I haven't seen listed on any sites yet unless I missed it from the National Nurses Organizing Committee.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mRY3njcGgWU&feature=bz302

Maybe Bill Clinton should not give any more interviews and just stay on the stump in Florida for the rest of the election.

He did a great job!!!

Whatever Bill says against the other ticket that can translate into support for our ticket is okay with me.

Now, if Obama/Biden/Clinton can just stop talking about how great McStain's service was to our country, we'll be getting somewhere.

ENOUGH with the applause! McStain is proving more and more each day that whatever honor he had is gone. What needs to be say is that he's a liar, telling lies and covering those lies with more lies.

PEACE

I agree that Bubba didn't like being used in McCain's attack ad against Democrats.

Perhaps Bubba is saying it's time to strike back.

Looks like Gov Plain poll numbers are not only going down across the country but in Alaska as well.
She doesnt even realize that she put her political career on the line when she joined McCain's campaign and now its affecting her popularity in Alaska.
http://www.editorandpublisher.com/eandp/news/article_display.jsp?vnu_content_id=1003856855

When you think about it .... that was pretty dumb of the McCain people, to put out an ad "using" Clinton just before he was to take to the campaign trail (something announced weeks ago). This is not a bear you want to poke! They don't think ahead very well, do they?

(And for the record, I don't have a problem with Clinton hesitating over saying that Obama is a 'great' man ...... that's an end-of-career, end-of-life statement, where what the person has done so far will remain great even if they do nothing but slip on banana peels from here on. So it can be said about McCain, despite what is happening now. Obama certainly shows promise of greatness but you can't know until later on. For example, pre-Monica people might more easily consider WJC to be a 'great' man .... now many see him probably thought of more as an extraordinarily gifted man who has great impact.)

You know:

What I have always appreciated/hated (especially during the primaries) about President Clinton is that he has a profound understanding of how some whites "occupy" racial identity. I suspect that/wonder if that is why he and "old-schoolers" like Vernon Jordan, Jesse Jackson, Andrew Young and others have been friends: They share that understanding/knowledge that younger folk don't think is necessary.

Clinton is saying to "fence-sitters" (maybe to some of that soft support of union members who don't "know" Obama): I know you're not quite ready to vote for a Black guy named Obama. But think about: He will be really focused on one or two things, and Joe Biden (you "know" him, right??) will probably be in charge of a lot of stuff. And you've seen Palin. You like her, but really: You know Joe.

So, go ahead and vote for Biden - and Obama.

I live in Atlanta, and one of the stories you hear all the time is how Andrew Young played this exact role during the Civil Rights Movement with white business leaders: I know you are suspicious of those more radical folk. But you can talk to me. It will be OK.

I'm not mad at Clinton. Whatever works...

Mind you, this speech isn't about Obama but it's darn good.

Clinton knocked the argument for Biden over Palin out of the park. If that's all he can bring himself to do in the coming days, it's good enough.

I'm glad someone's actually talking about Biden. So much of the talk on veeps has been focused on the strengths/weaknesses of Palin and it's nice to see Joe getting his due praise.

Finally, good job, Bill!

Where is DirkVA - I think I just won a bet.

"And I am just telling you, you can talk to me or anybody else at any time in Washington, and they will tell you there is nobody, nobody in the entire United States senate that understands the political, the economic, and the security challenges and opportunities of the world better than Joe Biden does

I really don't care what anyone says - you cannot send someone out to answer questions about the economic and security challenges and opportunities in the world who has memorized some facts but whose understanding of those facts is less than 1/2 inch deep and really say: they're going to win a debate against someone who has deep knowledge and something to base things on - who can think because he knows.

I am a Bill Clinton fan. I wish I could vote for him again. But all your nasty remarks turn me off your man, who I will vote for. but before you get over thrilled with your wisdom do not forget you can alienate a lot of border Obama fans by attacking Clinton.

I will not vote for McCain but maybe I will just stay home if you are all so nasty. But do not panic, I am in Utah so what I do is irrelevant. But thee may be others that feel the same way where it matters.

Shorter Clinton: Vote for Biden (and that other guy)

He really doesn't like Obama, does he? Oh well, I guess it's better than nothing...

Well, he said he would hit the stump for Obama and I always figured it would be in the last month, hitting the swing states in order to make the most impact.

And he's doin' it!

Bill made the point today I have been harping on to my GOP friends. NOW, more than ever, we need to RAISE THE BAR regarding the VP. Bush has created such a mess, the President and the VP have to be scholars, critical thinkers, good organizers, articulate, have a well of knowledge that makes them fast on their feet, and not impulsive people but reasoned people. Neither McCain or Palin has good academic records, neither know much about law, neither know much about the economy, one is angry, one comes off as an airhead.

Hate to say I told you so...........Bill's playin Big Dog to McCain's Mad Dog. He's THE GUY to knock the fence -sitters into Obama's camp. He's gonna help win this one in a big way. Hell, he just might win me over, and I've never been a fan. Thanks Bill, keep this up and I'll send Hill another $25 bucks. (as long as it's not for Mark Penn's daily McDonald's tab) To quote Dr Suess;" Go Dog,Go!

kind of a B.S. argument, but this is politics...B.S. is what it's about...

The president has a million things to do...it's not like he/she would be suddenly overwhelmed and have to slough things off to the VP...i'm sure it's always a job with an overwhelming amount of stuff to digest and deal with....

they can take this strategy if they want, but don't lose sight of the competence thing...just give her enough rope to hang herself. Press her to appear in more interviews, etc...

kiva

Hillary has been campaigning for us & doing a bangup job, now Bill has stepped in just as he said he would. Two very good things. Please enjoy & appreciate, I know Obama does.

tpmreader99,

I've been out canvasing for Obama with fellow supporters since I decided for him during our Fl. primary. I'm not down with the Clinton hatred at all though. Obama is starting to remind me a bit of Jesus in that he's much easier to take than many of his most ardent followers. I think it would be pretty silly to not vote for Obama on that basis, however. We need to focus on what's important here.

Palin's "Brain to Nowhere":

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eQdCYlHVC70

This and other campaign appearances have been scheduled for weeks. Bill had his pal McCain speak at his Global Initiative thingy just one week ago. Seems like it is beyond the comprehension of many, but this "change" should have been expected and the only surprise to me is that he came up with a brilliant and timely way to highlight and get people thinking about Palin's profound weakness.

Thank you Bill!

Thank you Bill!

I was one of the Bill-bashers but I was wrong. I apologize to Clinton supporters.

I am not a diehard Obama supporter, but I was upset that Bill was hurting our chances for a Democratic victory. McCain's people did a foolish thing with that ad.

I just happened onto this event on the 'tele' this afternoon. I didn't catch it all; but what I heard was good (Bill doing what he does best).

I was pleased.