Uh-oh white gramma, looks like you're next. LOL.

Yep, all of a sudden there's something wrong with Wright. 20 years a perfect angel and POP! the dude just snapped this week.

What theater!

Anywhoooo, what's the verdict on Moyers? Hack or not?

Sent by deek | 3:48 PM ET | 04-29-2008

How sad that it took being pushed into a corner for him to respond...he will learn IF he can still win the nomination that in the political arena he must respond swiftly to this "type of attack" as to not appear to be "weak" or "indecisive" in handling this type of situation (once again a reflection of his judgement)...this whole situation could have been avoided if he is sincere in his wanting "to pursue a career of public service" and should have given more attention to making good decisions that would one day impact or derail his life's ambition...this will still leave many to wonder if this is a little too late...

Sent by ard | 4:07 PM ET | 04-29-2008

The idea that it took so long (a little more then a full 24 hours) for Obama to come back with something indicates to me that he had to see which way the wind was going to blow.
Will all of his responses depend
on what we think?

Sent by Mi13 | 4:16 PM ET | 04-29-2008

Its Rev. Wright's way to let Obama disown him publicly.

Sent by c_m | 4:35 PM ET | 04-29-2008

Obama comes off as a tool here. Small minded and insulting to the intelligence of individuals.

There is no one to vote for in this election. Not that voting affects anything.

Nader 2008 or Ragnarok 2012

Sent by Jody Sol | 4:44 PM ET | 04-29-2008

This guy is supposed to be a great liberal?! Am I the only one who agrees with Pastor Wright? I admire him because he has the courage to tell it like it is. Regardless of how you feel about his comments, though, no one can reproach him for speaking his mind. He is more qualified than most, including Bush and Obama and Clinton, given that he's actually fought for the freedoms he's enjoyed. If Obama and Clinton were smart, one of them would swallow his/her pride and offer to be the veep. Quit tearing each other apart and make history already! It's getting harder and harder to want to vote for either of them.

Sent by Loren E. Clive | 4:44 PM ET | 04-29-2008

Where are the lovestory banner headlines between the righteous, bigoted Reverend Hagee and hateful, intolerant John McCain in all of this press coverage?
Credit below to Bill of Portland Maine on the Daily KOS:

Here is what we know of McCain-Hagee.

1. Right-wing pastor John Hagee says vile, despicable things about patriotic Americans...the worst being that Catholics are part of a church that is a "great whore," that "all Muslims have a mandate to kill Christians and Jews," and that God damns America with hurricanes because gay Americans plan parades.

2. Oh, and Hagee says God wants us to destroy Iran ASAP.

3. John McCain actively seeks Pastor Hagee's endorsement and gets it.

4. When John McCain accepts Hagee's endorsement, he doesn't include a list of the pastor's statements that he finds unacceptable. No, my friends, he accepts the whole Hagee package with no ifs, ands, or buts.

5. When McCain finds out that Hagee thinks God damns America because of gays, Catholics, Muslims and others, McCain is shocked...shocked! But he continues to praise Pastor Hagee and cherish his crucial endorsement.

6. Instead of turning the controversy into a teachable moment---with, say, a groundbreaking speech on religious diversity and equality for all Americans---McCain, the straight-talker, continues to weave and waffle his way through the Hagee controversy, hoping that the media will give him yet another free pass. (Most of the media comply in exchange for some excellent barbeque behind McCain's bus.)

7. When gently---ever so gently---pressed about Hagee's statements weeks later by journalists, a visibly agitated McCain blurts out that, hey, at least he wasn't my pastor for twenty years!!!

Questions for John McCain:

1. If John Hagee was your pastor for twenty years, would you have left the church over his anti-gay, anti-Muslim, anti-Catholic and America-damning comments?

2. If yes, why do you continue to accept Hagee's endorsement?

3. If no, why not?

Please, Reporters, be dutiful and go after this!!

Sent by Jelliot | 4:58 PM ET | 04-29-2008

This has obviously been a very difficult situation for Obama to deal with, as it would be for any candidate, but I think he has handled it remarkably well from start to finish. When the Rev. Wright questioned the nature's of Obama's life work and, even more insultingly, Obama's integrity, Obama had to respond forcefully and he did. Yet he managed to do so in the same thoughtful, carefully weighed-out manner in which he fleshes out such complicated issues. It isn't easy to realize that someone you've known for 20 years might not be the person you thought he was. It isn't easy to denounce what was once a significant personal/spiritual relationship. Through his responses to the Rev. Wright, both in Philadelphia and today, Obama has continually shown how well he understands the complexity of the deep-rooted social divisions at work in America today. If people would try to listen to his words instead of the never-ending sensationalist spin the news media throws out, they might really see what he is all about. His integrity and fairness shine through and starkly contrast him with Clinton, the unceasing political opportunist.

Sent by Susanna Russ | 5:00 PM ET | 04-29-2008

Very well put, Susanna. I have been impressed by exactly the same from this candidate.

Sent by Chester | 6:46 PM ET | 04-29-2008

I simple don't understand the Media's motives here. Media include advertisers and editors who decide what to place on television. The media is using Wright as a noose around Obama's neck. How can anyone compare Obama with Wright. They are so very different. Not one person can say that Obama did this or that . . . the Media simply points to his association with others. What about the Republican's association with Hagee, Pat Robertson, the late president of Liberty College -- They have made similar comments. Check YouTube. McCain announced his candidacy at Liberty College and was endorsed by Hagee. Why isn't McCain exactly like these fringes of the republican party. Despite the realy bad sexual abuse problems that the Pope acknowledges with the priests and the bishops who cover up the problems, the Media is not suggesting that all catholics are like thier priests who abuse kids. All Americans should hold the media accountable. Call the programers and advertiser and tell them to stop this nonesense. Let hear about the real issues that affect Americans.

Sent by Republican for Obama! | 7:16 PM ET | 04-29-2008

Once again this gentleman has shown how well he can handle adversity.
He showed patience and when wright abused his patience he dealt with him without losing his base.
Power can be shown in many ways.
The republicans should learn from him. We had been with Saddam for a long time. We were patient with him when it came to dealing with him we did not show tact, thereby losing a lot of ground in the international arena.Hope McCain and Hillary are learning that when it comes to dealing with adversity you do not have to be angry or say "so what everyone makes mistakes". You study the situation and you deal with it in an appropriate manner, without losing ground.

Sent by Ty | 8:05 PM ET | 04-29-2008

Sorry Obama haters. It looks like he's going to get a good bounce on this.

Sent by Mike Fleissner | 8:05 PM ET | 04-29-2008

Obama haters? You have got to be kidding!Does the minister have a right to speak his mind-you bet.Do I need to vote for someone who thought this was acceptable for over 20 years-hell no!Racism is racism.I have seen enough of it in my life time to know it is my deal breaker for any relationship.

Sent by SUSAN | 9:30 PM ET | 04-29-2008

Ard, I would much rather see a candidate who takes the time to carefully consider the situation and respond with tact, dignity, and intelligence, than one who would lash out immediately with anger, hate, and force merely to preserve his political career. We've had enough of that kind of politics in recent years. Obama showed loyalty to Wright until Wright threw him under the bus, and when the situation changed he handled it with diplomacy and honor. That is the kind of person I want answering the proverbial 3 am phone call.

Sent by Andrea Yarnell | 9:28 AM ET | 04-30-2008

If association with Rev. Wright is the best shot they've got to bring Obama down, then I'd say at this point he's doing pretty well. This whole Rev. Wright thing is so weak. It's getting boring too. Now on to more important issues. For example, what's the verdict on deek? GOP flack or solo-flying looney?

Sent by John R. Otten | 10:25 AM ET | 04-30-2008

Andrea,

I can appreciate your desire to defend Obama, however, his delayed response could also be seen as him seeking the best political and manipulative response to the masses to discredit his relationship with Wright...who could blame him...Rev. Wright preached this type of "hate" for almost 20 years,(and remember Obama was in the congregation on many of these sermons) however, now that it can be heard/seen by millions of Americans, Obama wants to rip Rev Wright apart with his indignation...doesn't seem legitimate...makes Obama seem just like old Washington politics...as for throwing someone "under the bus"...Obama did that first to his grandmother, then Rev. Wright did it to Obama and lastly, Obama has now gotten behind the wheel of the bus and run over Rev. Wright...at least Obama is consistent and knows how to burn the rubber over family and friends...so from where I stand, Obama is nothing special and everything ordinary about politics...I can also say that my position on Rev. Wright and Obama have been consistent and I have not shifted in my defense or critism of either candidate...I attempt to look at things as they are and if it appears bias, it is only because I attempt to make the best choice based on the facts, plain and simple...

Sent by ard | 10:31 AM ET | 04-30-2008

I agree with Susanna Russ that Obama seemed sincere, and that publicly ending that sort of relationship must be an extremely difficult thing to do.

I think it's important to note that Wright should be seen as an opportunist. It would not be hard to imagine why he would suddenly act a little more "sensationally" with all of his newfound attention.
It's just a pity for the Obama campaign that they cannot use Wright as a force for futhering civil rights, as I can assume Obama would have liked to do.
Perhaps if Obama was just an ordinary guy he wouldn't feel the need to denounce Wright, but he is a president hopeful that knows he cannot seriously pursue that great responsibility of leading our people as long as the outlandish Wright is viewed as his mentor.

Sent by Trevor | 10:50 AM ET | 04-30-2008

Ard,

I am glad that you are at least among those who do their own research and don't let the media make up their minds for them, and I respect that. I try to do the same, and the facts I see are thus: Obama stood by Wright at first, and that to me is evidence that he is not worried about "seeking a political and manipulative response to the masses". If that was his perogative he would have cut all ties with Wright the minute the "God Damn America" soundbite started playing on constant loop across the airwaves. He showed loyalty, stood up for a man he has known for some 20 years (while admitting that they did have differing opinions on certain subjects), and defended his most basic of American rights--to speak his mind. At that point, Wright should have gracefully and gratefully (to Obama) resumed his role as a Reverand of the church and focused on his work there. Instead, (and in direct conflict with the teachings of the Bible) he let the extra attention inflate his ego and decided to preen for the cameras and basically add to the divisiveness that Obama tackled in his speech on race relations. Invoking "the black church" as some kind of force field protecting him...it was more of the "us and them" way of thinking. Looking at those facts, I think it is fair to say that Wright threw HIMSELF under the bus. And frankly, with his "friend" spewing the kind of divisive rhetoric that Obama has worked so hard to overcome, or at least to bring to the table for civilized discussion, I think he was personally offended.

Speaking to your implication that Obama is guilty by association with his Reverend (e.g. your statement that "Obama was in the congregation on many of these sermons"), I will concede the point only if you can find me ONE person who has never disagreed with their pastor/priest/etc. I think most people disagree with their religious leaders on a rather frequent basis, and Obama is no different.

Sent by Andrea Yarnell | 12:16 PM ET | 04-30-2008