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Senator Clinton Tonight

Posted: Monday, April 21, 2008 10:56 AM by Countdown

On the eve of the primary election we've all been waiting for, tonight at 8pm ET Keith will host an interview with Senator Clinton on her lead the Democratic Pennsylvania Primary (First Read is calling it Hillary's Race to Lose)...and what happens after all the votes are counted in the Keystone state.  Obama over the weekend said "This is not going to be a blow-out race. We're looking for a win, and we think it's going to be close."  It's going to be an amazing next 48 hours...we hope you tune in.

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Keith, Please ask Sen. Clinton about her new ad featuring Osama Bin Laden.  This reminds me of the Republican slime ads we've seen in elections past.  Ugh! Thanks, M

M (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 11:41 AM)

Please ask Senator Clinton to explain her seemingly radical change to U.S. policy in the Middle East. During Wednesday's debate she introduced an "umbrella concept" that would obligate the U.S. to respond militarily to an Iranian attack on all of our allies in that region. As president, does she intend to seek Congressional approval for such an action?

Ed Polite (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 11:44 AM)

Keith,

I am not a vendictful Obama fan.  I'm not going to pile onto (what I imagine) will be a massive amount of people telling you to attack Sen. Clinton tonight.

But please talk about her newest ad.  It's disgusting, and deplorable by itself - and on a whole higher level when laid by a Dem to another Dem.

depressednow (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 11:51 AM)

Keith,

Please don't hold back on confronting Senator Clinton about her negative campaign.  I know you will be respectful, but someone needs to ask her about the tone of her campaign which is responsible for causing so much discord in the Democratic party while simultaneously elevating Senator McCain and the Republican party.  

I know you will do the right thing.

Thanks!

Resa Harrison (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 12:02 PM)

Mr. Olbermann,

Congradulations on tonights interview with Hillary Clinton. I hope you will be fair and even handed but firm with your questions. My wife and I are lifetime Democrates and strong Hillary supporters. Please tell Hillary compasions are very high this year and if Hillary is not on the Democratic ticket my wife and I will not vote for Obama. This is a voting patten that will effect a large number of Democratic voters and is being under reported in the press. Of cource we want Hillary on top of the ticket.

Mel Miller  

mel miller (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 12:05 PM)

When talking about the popular vote, why isn't anyone in the MSM discussing the difference in the Caucus votes to the number of people represented? One Caucus vote might represent 50 individuals. Obama's lead in the popular vote is much higher than reported!

Michael Pianka, Gatesville, TX (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 12:12 PM)

Keith please ask the questions ABC didn't (Cafta-gate, Nafta-gate, Moveon.org-gate,not only Isreal but other countries in the region gate).  I can't wait to tune in.

Chad Davis, Houston, TX (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 12:18 PM)

Keith,
Ask Hillary how she sees the substance-less message of the media pundits and how that effects Democratic chances?

Dale Bowden, Boise, Id (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 12:22 PM)

Keith:

Please be tough and fair with Mrs. Clinton.

Roger Volz
Santa Rosa, CA.

Roger Volz Santa Rosa, Ca. (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 12:23 PM)

Where is the media on this??  Obama on abortion on Sunday:  "If you make a mistake why should you be punished with a baby?"  This was a news clip on CNN 10:30 p.m. est Sunday.  Haven't seen or read another word about it!!  Since when is having a baby a punishment.  Shame on him !!

Lois, Florida (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 12:28 PM)

Maybe he will ask Hillary why SHE doesn't wear a flag pin.

BobW, Mendon, NY (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 12:29 PM)

please ask Hillary about her recent claim that Obama is praising McCain but SHE wont.   Please ask why she thinks the voters will forget that SHE said only She and McCain were fit to be CIC but obama only has a 'speech'

There are tons of other things I would love you to ask her but I think this one sums up what is wrong with her campaign.  

Bella, Brooklyn, NY (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 12:31 PM)

I am counting on Olbermann to ask Clinton some probing questions... that were not asked during the ABC "Debate" fiasco.

claus, Mercer Island, WA (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 12:35 PM)

Keith: Keep up the good job! You tell it like it is, and that's what we need to hear.  Love your special comments section.

Glenda Breaux (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 1:19 PM)

Ask Hillary:

http://www.foxnews.com/story/0,2933,342730,00.html

John Doe, Seattle, Wash (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 1:28 PM)

Ask Hillary if she ever got the message in 2006?  "The vast MAJORITY of Americans want our troops home and quit funding the Bush-Cheney Lies for War in Iraq!"

Edwin Anthony, Lewes Beach, DE (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:01 PM)

Oh, I also want to know which Caucus's were invaded by MoveOn.org activists that supposedly bullied her supporters!

Karen H., Seattle, Wash (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:03 PM)

hopefully you mention her fearmongering ads... both the 3 am call one and the new osama bin laden one! she is acting like a republican!

David, Houston, TX (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:10 PM)

Keith, please ask Sen. Clinton about the video that has surfaced with the Gov. of PA praising Farrakan.

Shey Smith ,Fairfield, Ia (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:11 PM)

I'm sure you'll ask about this since you're one of the few who actually seemed to have heard it. Ask her about her plan to turn the mid-east into a US Police State. She wants to end the Iraq war but then get involved in any conflict in the area? WTFO? Bush has screwed things up bad enough, but at least he has kept it in two States.

OEF, OIF Vet, Bloomington, IN (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:17 PM)

Keith, Ask Senator Clinton about her connection with the upcoming Peter Paul trial. So far the media has not wanted to confront her on this subject, maybe you will be the one to bring up this important question.

Dottie, Swarthmore, PA (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:17 PM)

Keith,Please don't soft ball it to Hillary as you have done in the past with her.Please-hopefully the interview is live and not one of her must do it by tape where she controls the questions -you can ask her the tough questions she should have been asked during that farce of a deabte espcially her umbrella view of the middle east.

Adelaide, CA (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:20 PM)

Keith, please ask Senator Clinton about her recent comment relating to involving US troops in possible conflicts between countries in the Middle East.  Aren't our troops spread thin enough without making promises we can't keep.  Also, why does she think the kitchen sink strategy will work and if she loses the Pennsylvania primary tomorrow, will she concede?

Flora P, Colorado Springs, CO (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:28 PM)

Keith,
I'm just curious how she has the gall to accuse Obama of being a whiner? I think that sealed the deal for me to vote Obama....Oh and why didn't she object to the Michigan/Florida rules when they were announced??

B. Colovas, Westland, MI (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:34 PM)

Please ask Senator Clinton about the Pentagon's effort, starting even before the invasion of Iraq, to manipulate public opinion by co-opting supposedly independent military analysts.

Frank Baber (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:37 PM)

Isn't Chelsea Clinton sending the wrong message by stumping for her mother and working as a hedge fund analyst?  Middle class Americans might take umbrage with someone making big bucs in an unregulated industry betting on forclosures and other people's money.

james jones los angeles (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:38 PM)

Dear Keith
While I have been a little disheartened at times by some of Clinton's tactics, it is nothing compared to the kind of campaign Obama is running and the man that seems to be appearing behind a veil. I may have to turn into a conservative if Obama is our nominee, I can not with a clear conscience vote for him in the fall.  

Diane, NJ (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:43 PM)

Given Senator Clinton's propensity for taking credit for everything good that happened in the 90's, please ask her to explain what parts of her husband's presidency she takes credit for, why she has the right to take sole credit for those accomplishments and whether her husband agrees that she was the real president during those years.

Jim Sicks, Philadelphia, PA (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:43 PM)

Why Clinton on the eve of the PA election???  What about Obama???  Was he asked to be on???  What is this...She's on Larry King as well....Whats going on???

Bruce, Santa Rosa, CA (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:43 PM)

Keith,

It is not coincidental that YOU have been granted an interview for tonight.  Don't forget, the Clintons always seek to make her a "Monday-casualty," before each election day.  Strategically ask your questions, watch the land mines, and make sure YOU don't become their lead story for tomorrow!

Alma D. Bonita, CA (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:44 PM)

Mr. O,
I am an active duty naval officer who is most interested in the issues that will effect his families quality of life. I could care less about the distractions that continue divert our eyes from the real problems dealing with the war, health care, the economy and the US infra-structure. As a military member I would ask Senator Clinton if she thinks she would be in the Senate had she not been a first lady and how does that make her qualified to be CIC? Does this mean Laura Bush is also qualified?

Horace Steward III, NAS Lemoore, CA (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:44 PM)

Why isn't Obama on tonight, as well???? We want equal time!!!!!!! Especially after that farce of debate on ABC. This is shocking that you would have Clinton only. BOTH should be featured to be fair.

Angela Sandri, Bainbridge Island, WA (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:45 PM)

Please ask Sen. Clinton:
In the past you attacked Senator Obama for his endorsement from Rev. Louis Ferrakhan (sp). Since there is now video of your Pennsylvania "point man" Governor Rendell praising Rev. Ferrakhan, do you "reject and denounce" the Governor?

Bill Klint (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:45 PM)

Why wouldn't she agree to an interview with Chris Matthews on Hardball? He has asked for an interview for quite awhile, especially during the College Tour.

ConfusedinTexas (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 4:59 PM)

Ask the Senator if she voted for the legislation that tightened bankruptcy rules and let credit card companies over night double minimum payment.

L Flynt (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 5:00 PM)

Did you ask Senator Obama to be on too?  I think this gives an unfair advantage to Senator Clinton on the eve of the Penn. primary!

Deborah Michalenka, Lincoln, RI (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 5:06 PM)

To Mel Miller, above.  So you won't vote for Obama?  That means you'll vote for McCain?  That's really smart (NOT).

Keith, why are you having Clinton by herself the night before the election?  I would say that if you were having ONLY Obama, too.  

graham (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 5:06 PM)

dont forget to ask Hillary to denounce and disown her friend Governor Rendall after his Farraken debocal.

sepo (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 5:09 PM)

Please tell Hillary we are anxious to get to vote in KY - please stay in and give us a chance.  I and my family will never vote for Obama! It seems so unfair that so many people are deciding without the vote of "We the people" in KY.  Thank her for all her concern for the people who don't have healthcare.

Susan, Paducah, KY (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 5:10 PM)

Sorry Keith, even with Senator Clinton as a guest...I will not watch. You lost me as a viewer with your comments regarding Geraldine Ferraro. How does it feel to have been fooled by Obama and Axelrod? Well, you probably haven't noticed.

Senator Clinton is tough enough to take on anyone. I'll be watching her on Larry King Live.  

Kathy Corey, Boston, MA (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 5:11 PM)

Keith, please raise two issues with Senator Clinton. First, how does she as a Democrat justify hiring Mark Penn (who is STILL working for her), whose company Burson-Marstellar is the top union busting PR firm in the U.S.?

Second, given the fact that the recent Washington Post/ABC poll showed that 58% of Democrats consider you to be untrustworthy and dishonest, why do you think you are more electable than Senator Obama?

Mark, Los Angeles (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 5:11 PM)

I will not go to the polls to vote for any Dems - local, state or national - if Hillary is not on the ballot.

Barbara Platt of Conover NC (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 5:15 PM)

Keith, I hope you're planning to ask Hillary about Ed Rendell's public praise of Louis Farrahkan.  Seems to me that her mention of the Rev.'s name in the debate last week smacks a bit of hypocricy.  

Scott Bloom, Los Angeles, CA (Sent Monday, April 21, 2008 5:20 PM)



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