Carter hints at supporting Obama

[Mr. Big Dog 10,747]

Carter hints at supporting Obama

Posted: 03:00 PM ET

Carter hinted Wednesday he'd likely support Obama.

(CNN) — Former President Jimmy Carter all but said Wednesday he plans to cast his superdelegate vote for Barack Obama.

Speaking with a Nigerian paper while in Abuja, Carter noted several reasons why he might be leaning toward the Illinois senator.

"Don’t forget that Obama won in my state of Georgia," Carter said. "My town, which is home to 625 people, is for Obama, my children and their spouses are pro-Obama. My grandchildren are also pro-Obama."

"As a superdelegate, I would not disclose who I am rooting for but I leave you to make that guess," Carter added.

The Carter Center confirmed to CNN the newspaper did quote Carter accurately.

Responding to the comments, Clinton campaign spokesman Howard Wolfson said Thursday, "Both Senator Clinton and President Clinton have a great deal of respect for President Carter and have enjoyed their relationship with him over the years, and obviously he is free to make whatever decision he thinks is appropriate with regard to presidential choice."

Wolfson also acknowledged "people will be interested in the choice that he makes."

Carter's remarks are the latest from the former president that suggest he is backing Obama over rival Hillary Clinton, although he has made no official endorsement. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal in January, Carter said Obama's campaign has been "extraordinary and titillating for me and my family."

He also said then that Obama "will be almost automatically a healing factor in the animosity now that exists, that relates to our country and its government."

http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/...pporting-obama/

[franseth 0]

Carter hints at supporting Obama

Posted: 03:00 PM ET

Carter hinted Wednesday he'd likely support Obama.

(CNN) — Former President Jimmy Carter all but said Wednesday he plans to cast his superdelegate vote for Barack Obama.

Speaking with a Nigerian paper while in Abuja, Carter noted several reasons why he might be leaning toward the Illinois senator.

"Don't forget that Obama won in my state of Georgia," Carter said. "My town, which is home to 625 people, is for Obama, my children and their spouses are pro-Obama. My grandchildren are also pro-Obama."

"As a superdelegate, I would not disclose who I am rooting for but I leave you to make that guess," Carter added.

The Carter Center confirmed to CNN the newspaper did quote Carter accurately.

Responding to the comments, Clinton campaign spokesman Howard Wolfson said Thursday, "Both Senator Clinton and President Clinton have a great deal of respect for President Carter and have enjoyed their relationship with him over the years, and obviously he is free to make whatever decision he thinks is appropriate with regard to presidential choice."

Wolfson also acknowledged "people will be interested in the choice that he makes."

Carter's remarks are the latest from the former president that suggest he is backing Obama over rival Hillary Clinton, although he has made no official endorsement. In an interview with the Wall Street Journal in January, Carter said Obama's campaign has been "extraordinary and titillating for me and my family."

He also said then that Obama "will be almost automatically a healing factor in the animosity now that exists, that relates to our country and its government."

http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/...pporting-obama/

I have personal connection to the Carters and let's just say that he has NEVER loved Bill Clinton and the Obama support is no surprise to any of his friends and family. He is sort of staying out of the spotlight right now, but you bet when it comes to the convention the only way he will vote is for Obama.

[simple_male 1]

President Carter is a well respected person. His support will be a great boost for Obama.

[Chica Yeyé 41]

President Carter is a well respected person. His support will be a great boost for Obama.

Indeed it will be.

[kaydee457 13]

President Carter is a well respected person. His support will be a great boost for Obama.

Bawaaaa , what world do you live in? He's certainly a nice guy but his presidency was a disaster! Many, including myself, fear that Obama would be Jimmy II......sigh

[simple_male 1]

President Carter is a well respected person. His support will be a great boost for Obama.

Bawaaaa , what world do you live in? He's certainly a nice guy but his presidency was a disaster! Many, including myself, fear that Obama would be Jimmy II......sigh

You are entitled to your own opinion and so am I. He is indeed a well respected person not only in USA but also around the world.

Edited April 3, 2008 by simple_male