good evening everyone

Hello Anderson, Erica and bloggees

Happy Friday before along weekend to my fellow Canadians

good evening anderson, erica.. looking forward to the show..

Good evening Andy! TGIF!

McCain is a sheep in wolf’s clothing. Really disappointed in him.

Greetings from America’s Desert Playground 360 Bloggers!

Hi Anderson, sounds like an interesting program tonite. Can’t wait to see the piece about Warren Jeffs.

Lie, you did take it personal and so did the rest of your party.
Israelis like it.
Bush never said democrats.

Everytime I hear Obama talk, the more and more impressed I am. The republicans are in seriuos trouble

In McCain’s speech in Columbus yesterday there were no specifics on how he would achieve any point he made. Especially no indication
of how the war will be won and we have to wait until 2013 to bring home most of the troops.

John McCain only stated the facts.
You only said that today.

McCain said we will deal with them one way or another. Never said
I will have a presidential meeting.

Stop lying Obama.

I don’t understand what the big deal is about just talking to people. It’s not like he’s making deals or anything…what’s the harm in just talking? We might learn something.

I think the proper reference would have been to say surrender instead of appeasement.

Hello bloggers! Glad it’s Friday. Sounds like Bush started another war this week….we got the battle between Bush, McCain, and Obama. It’s fascinating to say the least.

how come obama can never respond to anything right away it always takes him 1,2,3, days to respond

Good evening everyone,

It is now clearly Obama vs. McCain. National security is an issue where Obama clearly has his work cut out for him as it has consistently been McCain’s strength.

McCain will have a hard time campaigning against Obama - He would have hard an easier time with Hilary.

Democrats unite. This is what we will need to knock out the republicans.

Obama/Clinton ‘08

Someone please increase his daily prune rations, McCain is so full of it. He wants to shoot first and talk later. Wrong, wrong, wrong

Hi Anderson and everyone!

Obama is doing a lot of grand standing here. Even if Bush did not mean to include him in his remarks Obama’s own website says that he would agree to meet with leaders like Ahmadinejad without preconditions. In fact, he said the same thing during the You Tube debates.

I can’t wait for the Obama McCain debate. Anderson please make sure you host that debate, we want no one else specially after the last fiasco ( abc).
Ps. Boy isn’t Jason Taylor hot? He is nothing but seam and class. He remind me of the king in The king and I ( the cartoon). He made me watch reality TV.

Casey, Obama says he’ll end the war iimmediately. How will he do that? The only way is pull out unconditionally and let whatever will happen, happen in Iraq.

Again, the Karl Rove Effect is in the works. Using fear and manipulative information, the Republicans are on the road to use misinformation for the presidential race.

Shame on Huckabee—isn’t he a minister? To make a stupid remark about shooting at Obama…please, that was a stupid remark.

Since Bush has pushed democracy around the world , Hezbollah and Hamas representatives have actually been elected to lead in Palestine and Lebanon - wow, now we have freely elected terrorists governing in the Middle East - his foreign policies have also strengthened Iran’s power - McCain is in favor of following Bush’s policies and they are a disaster for our country - we are not safer and if we don’t stop with our arrogant foreign policy we will have more attacks like 9/11 in the future

Accordng to McCain the U.S. must maintain a military presence meaning we could be there for another 50 years, although he clearly stated previously that maintaining a presence was not part of his plan. This also means that the occupation of IRAQ has to be cleaned up by another administration, somewhere down the road.

God i hope Obama isnt the president

The Republicans are not looking good at all.

It’s great to know that McCain can repeat what Obama wants to do…but not say what he is going to do.

And Huckabee’s comments are horrible!!! Karl Rove should be hogtied…

Has everyone forgotten about Hillary Clinton?

That was a pretty shameful comment by Huckabee about shooting Obama.

Ok, I admit I chuckled at the trip over a chair comment by Huckabee but the gun reference was a bit off. At least he apologized.

I wonder if Obama will make it to the primary. The GOP is just starting…

It’s interesting how the Republicans can say what they like at the NRA meeting! Mike Huckabee’s smart remark wasn’t funny either!

Speak for yourself, Carl Rove. No one needs an assault rifle. I don’t think our founding father’s meant for people to own those types of guns.

Obama may have bitten off more than he can chew. The Reps are going after him good!

I hope the republicans continue stumping the fear mongering politics throughout the rest of the campaign - they have not learned the american people are more afraid of republicans than Iran or N. Korea!!

Easy Kathy, Obama’s not ready for prime time, so he needs his staff to caucus before answering any issue. I hope they’ll all be there on cots next to his bed for that 3 AM phone call.

Not communicating is NOT the answer. That’s just ignorant and more fear-mongering (sp?).

Republicans may be at an all time low right now but there is no place to go but up now.

Mike, Syracuse

Casey, Obama says he’ll end the war iimmediately. How will he do that? The only way is pull out unconditionally and let whatever will happen, happen in Iraq.

Obama did say more recently that he would listen to what the military has to say about withdrawal!!! Which is wise.

Does McCain really want to connect himself with President Bush? He is the most unpopular president in history? Who is giving this man advice?

MaryBeth, I agree with you. I guess these guys are the Republican versions of Carville and Davis LOL They are ridiculous

I think Huckabee didn’t mean to say that. He’s a funny guy and he was trying to make a joke. I think Huckabee is a sincere guy.

That gun comment, how many ppl in that room were not white, I wonder?

I wonder where the additional armed forces will come from to permanently occupy IRAQ? Oh yeah, we’re doing such a great job with retaining our service people with such great healthcare and education programs that I’m certain they’ll all want to be first in line for 20 consecutive tours of duty. McCain’s rhetoric relies on the selflessness of our youth to keep our military forces replenished. And, remember McCain is currently refusing to support the current G.I. bill.

McCain’s military presense is not in a combat role, or an occupation. It’s similar to what we have done since 1945 in Germany and Japan. We have troops there right now, and it’s maintained stability and helped 2 former facist states to become strog democracies.

Lisa - Ft. Lauderdale

I agree…Bush did not like it when Hamas won the elections…

If this is the beginning of the final presidential campaign fireworks, it is going to get very hot under the collar the next six months.

Fay
i havnt forgot about Hillary and i dont think her 17 million plus have either I think this will hurt obama in nov………..sorry i just cannot get behind obama

Let’s hope the American public has had enough of the Bush Administration and it’s disastrous policies and will not be taken in again by the likes of Karl Rove or John McCain, who doesn’t seem all that different from Bush.

Anderson,

Hi. Happy Friday!
The Republicans look weak ganging up on Barack Obama over comments that came from their own Party.

With all of this fighting between Obama and McCain I can’t wait to see them in a debate!!

Hello Anderson, Erica and all!
Happy Friday!!!!! I was so surprised Jeff wanted get out of jail, I said, no way.

I think the Democrats are capable of just as much dirty pool as the Republicans. November feels like it’s a lifetime away. Batten down the hatches.

Sharon,

I totally agree. I believe Bush was signaling to the radicals to position themselves. Now, like many other Blacks, I am beginning to fear for Obama.

Huckabee’s comment was horrible - I’m glad he apologized but everyone knows that Obama had to have secret service protection earlier than prior presidential candidates because the reality is that there are some crazy, hateful racists who go ballistic at the idea of a black President - it is not a joking matter - as much as I vehemently dislike Bush, I wouldn’t even make a joke about someone pointing a gun at him - and I’m pretty irreverant - it’s just crossing a line that should never be crossed

Hi Anderson Taking a look at the Obama and McCain campaign what a fight!

I was a registered Republican, but I have switched over. I hope Obama can make good on what he is saying. It gives me so much hope. I want my children to know what the American dream is about.

I’m sick of the Republicans using fear. It’s no better than what the Soviet Union and others used to do. Instill a fear of things and people will respond to you because you think you know better. I don’t buy it and never will.

Karl Rove knows what he is doing–getting rid of assault rifles are fighting words for the NRA.

Obama is finally, TRULY “fired up and ready to go.” He’s been restrained against Hillary, but now he’s able to use all that pent up frustration and let loose on the republicans.

Don’t underestimate Barack Obama.

God i HOPE obama is president!!!

That’s funny Carmen.

Sharon, Karl Rove has his own set of problems and should be dealing with them.

God I hope Obama IS president. We need something different.

as for the victims and tehir families in China my heart goes out to them. Als oto the victims and their families in Myanmar God help them all.

I think this is a perfect opertunity for Clinton to get out of the race. She can use the excuse of be charged up to insure that Demecrats beat the Bush/McCain campain. The entire republican army are going after Obama and She would look like a hero sacraficing for the greater Demacrat party.

Republicans are worn out and outdated. Let the new breed of leadership come in. The mayday of fundamental conservatism is over.

Mike, Syracuse>ANYTHING we do in IRAQ is an occupation. That’s what happens after you invade a country and stay there.

This GOP is so NOT the Republican party of Lincoln and Teddy Roosevelt.

Believe it or not, I feel bad for Huckabee because I’m sure he didn’t mean it like it sounded. It was a bad joke, and he apologized immediately.

Good evening Anderson, Erica, & all. Looks like an interesting show so far.
I agree with JoAnn about the grand standing going on, but then I guess everybody is trying very hard to make their point, good or not so good.

With all the knowledge and expertise in Foreign Policy that McCain and Bush had, what the heck di s they achieve? Dragged the country back and lowered our international status to the pit?

there might be alot about Mc Cain, but what do we know about OBAMA?

I am not sure if this is the right place, but I can not understand how anyone who is intelligent can believe that we shouldn’t sit down with all leaders regardless of what they believe or who they represent. The gift of being human is the engagement of a dialog with others in an effort to restore peace and justice in the world.

Happy Friday everyone

I think the Republicans are right - we should be fearful - we should fear that they will continue to run this country into the ground if we don’t all wake up and start having intelligent debates and think for ourselves instead of repeating talking head soundbites

What’s great about politics in 2008 is that people are well informed and not easily fooled by the Republican Machine. Obama is proving that the attack machine is now an old clunker.

Hi Erica! Glad to see you. It doesn’t sound like we’re all that happy tonight, does it?

I am a Canadian. When your biggest trading partner and closest friend starts to privately send out messages to the world that the US foreign policy isolates itself and no longer speaks for Canada even remotely,it’s time for the US to wake up from its Bush slumber and elect somebody who gets the principal “keep your friends close and your enemies closer”. I pray for a democratic victory. It is possible, and necessary to negotiate with Iran, Syria et al.

Dirty campaigning will not do it this time for the Republican party time is changing. The Bush Administration took care of that.

Kathy in Ohio–it just seems that Hillary is being left out of the equation–neither Obama or McCain mentioned her name in their speeches.

Don’t dictators and tyrants lead by fear? When did this become a dictatorship run by Karl Rove?

Anderson please whatever Huckebee said today is no joke. he should be ashame. apology or not he is a minister and i think is high time his sermon should be checked. if anything should happen to BO they should hold Huckebee respondsible. there is no joke about wishing someone dead. presidents have been gunned in this country. this is stupid

Happy Friday Anderson and Erica!

The personal attacks and allegations in any campaign is just plain ‘ole low. Lets keep it intelligent and not base the campaign and debates on sensitive topics that cause fear to voters. Fear is not what will make voters vote on Election Day.

V.

A debate between McCain and Obama will definitely be interesting.

McCain will be the next pres if Obama gets the nomination!

Good evening Erica!

Right on David Gergen! Thank you for the level-headed, well-grounded commentary (as always).

As a dem. I thought McCain did a great job going against Obama today.Many of us dems will back McCain for the election no matter what happens.Obama is weak and does not know what time a day it is when it comes to experience to run this country. So if we can’t have Clinton in the race we will back McCain all the way.

That right! I agree with Kathy.
My hearts go out to China people and Maynmar too.

Yeah, Huckabee just comes across as a very sincere guy. He probably feels so bad about that. I know he didn’t mean it like that.

I am so sick of policticians blaming one another and never accepting responsibilty. It has been years since anything any good came out of Washington. I am ready to give the guy a chance. I would rather let him try and fail than not try at all.

And McCain’s age is ok to joke about?

The whole reason why the candidates have security is because the shooting of Robert Kennedy in 1968.

I was so disappointed in Huckabee’s comment. I thought he had more class than that.

OK, It looks like maybe some folks don’t realize that if we pull out immediately the terrorists over there will claim that they WON, because they will claim they run the Americans out…. that is also the reason the President cannot sit down with TERRORISTS without preconditions. They are Terrorists…….. they don’t negotiate. Obama just stammers when asked what he would do. And now he is claiming he didn’t say he would talk with them with no preconditions, but clearly he did! and Hillary called him on it when they debated, it’s on you tube.

If a regular joe made a joke like Huckabee, you know he would at least be taking in for questioning. You can’t talk like that at airports, even joking, and it shouldn’t be allowed by politicians. Good grief!

Being from Arizona,

I personally like John McCain, but he has a lot of baggage that will come forward once the Democrats settle and really go after him.

He’s just plain out of touch.

This country needs a fresh, intelligent leader who inpires our country and the global market, especially regarding foreign policies.

O’boma is the clear choice.

To those who said they would vote for McCain if their Democratic candidate didn’t get the nomination, you better think again.

Obama/Clinton ‘08

Kathy…Obama thinks before he opens his mouth, not like President Bush can keep his mouth close. And acting like he is John Wayne.

Yes. It was an off hand remark and he apologized. Everyone else was taking some jabs at Obama, and this was a jab gone bad. Only those haven’t said a stupid remark in their life should still be “outraged” by this.

On another note. If Mr Gergen thinks that Obama should link McCain to Bush, then McCain should link Obama to his Pastor and to William Ayers, etc. Isn’t that fair game?

David is right. One reason I see why McCain has done well in the polls is that he appeals to moderates more than President Bush. They key to a democratic victory in the fall is to equate a McCain presidency to a “3rd Bush term.” Marcus is also right, coming into the fall, democrats need to address their relative perceived weakness in national security.

This not-speaking-to-certain-foreign-leaders argument is a losing one. If the man wants to speak with them, let him speak to them. That’s his approach. Obama isn’t saying that’s ALL he’d do, but if that’s how he wants to start his approach, so be it. It’s Bush’s “cowboy” approach that has lessened our standing around the world. Don’t we teach our children to try to talk things out first?

Ha, Casey you may be right!
I’m happy to

I absolutely 100% agree with David Gergen’s statement about Mike Huckabee “joke”…….you serious do not joke about gun and Barack Obama, or any candidate for that matter

Lisa>OK, I admit I’ve repeated a few “soundbites” myself, kind of…will you forgive me?

… lemme try that again!

I’m happy to start the wkd after we wrap this show — which is an excellent one tonight.

I thought everyone was created equal. If so, why does everyone have to be extra careful about what they say about him or to him? Huckabee was reacting in the moment.

The republican machine may be old… and a clunker, but I’m sure they’ll figure out a way to modernize their attacks. Give them time. We’ve got nearly 6 months till Nov.

I just love watching the strategies each party takes. It will definitely be very interesting seeing these unfold as we approach the general election.

I am outraged at the Mc Cain political team, when they continue to spue racial poison. Mike Huckabee’s outrageous comment offended me. And he is suppose to a man of God, he owes me an apology. That’s what’s wrong with the current adminstration day. And Mr Mike Huckabee your comments were just as offensive as Pastor Wright’s comments. Men that say they are called by God should stay in their place, if they can’t continue to be governed by God. The bible says ” Life and death are in the power of the tongue. Huckabee watch your mouth.

Paris

Two wars, Gas prices at record levels. Economy in peril. What’s McCain plain? Four more years of failed Bush/McCain policy.

I like to retire sometime during my lifetime. Not pay for a war we have no business fighting.

MCCain looks older than his mother already!

Age is just a number! McCain is in great health so that should not even be a factor in this election. We have way worse things to worry about.

The Republicans have totally screwed up our foreign affairs..it couldn’t be worse. They have stirred up more terrorists.
Can’t wait for Obama!

The good thing is… we’ll never have to find out if McCain is too old to be president.

Have all the republicans “lost their bearings”…first George Bush makes his outrageous statements, then begs Saudi Arabia and gets dismissed…followed by Huckabee who was totally offensive during his NRA speech…then John Mcain parrots Bush…why would anyone align themselves with George Bush right now…talk about poor judgement!!

I don’t think the democrats have to worry about taking the republicans down they are doing a great job on their own…

does anyone know, how old is the oldest President we’ve ever had (when he went into office)
McCain’s Mom is really adorable and very intelligent, well spoken…

Cindy, why would you think that Obama can’t win if Democrats go out and vote in the large numbers that they have voted in the primary?

Hello Erica, I love watching you and Anderson. You guys are great together. So informative. Keep up the good work.

It is also reckless to instill fear and ignore america’s enemies - especially if our enemies are armed to the teeth.

Diplomatic engagement is a must in today’s world.

McCain in his 70’s he had Cancer right? That should be the concern instead not his age. And we should not start attacking family member that needs not to be said.

Hi Erica!
we have fun blog time time tonight!

I don’t think Obama was referring to McCain’s age when commenting on his bearings. I’m pretty sure he was referring to his rumored “anger problem.” Isn’t there a clip on his original statement?

The NRA rally and the issues weve seen this week looked like the entire Republican party against one man. We need to see more Democrats fighting with Obama.

I’m a little more worried about McCain’s supposed hair-trigger temper than his age.

John McCain is too old to be President.

Did John McCain get a psychological check up when he returned from the war?

I think the age thing is a really, really low point in this campaign. After aging, what’s next? Too young (oh yeah, I think I’ve heard that already), too big, too small….

Okay, so if McCain is the president, would he be the oldest president in history? If not, why the controversy?

How are we supposed to believe in a foreign policy of an administration that has changed the excuse for going to war at least three times? Remember, we attacked Iraq because they had WMD, not they don’t have ‘em? Ok, well we are going because of 9/11? Oh, they had nothing to do with that? Ok, then we went to war because Saddam was a bad guy and we need to spread democracy…not to mention that democracy spread at gunpoint isn’t really democracy, but let’s not question, let’s just act tough with the world….that’s the answer… it’s ridiculous - if this country falls for this baloney AGAIN - I just won’t be able to take it….

If McCain selects a younger competent VP I dont’ think anyone will have a problem voting for him in the Fall. Age is irrelevant, It all depends on your attitude. I have a lot of young friends who seem very old and I have a lot of older relatives that could dance me under the table.

So Obama is a little young and McCain is a little old. It makes little difference, unless people “choose” to harp on it.

If McCain is too old, and Obama too young–I guess that means Hillary wins!!

By saying Obama has no experience are they not referencing age? So if that is so, then McCain’s age does matter. 72 wow. That plus a little stress, most certain to come with the Presidency is sure to weaken his mind.

Look this man is old, lacking in intelligence on the economy(our #1 issue), and he is four more years of Bush. Surely we can see the facts, that he is no good for America.

Please, please, can the candidates get back to the issues faced by the American people like poverty, the educational dropout rate, droughts, foreclosures, etc.

Try spending 5 years as a Vietnamese prisoner of war - You would look a little older than your age too!!

I would like to ask a question.What amount of national security and foreign relations experience did President Bush had before he took office?And also,What national security experience do Sen. Mc Cain have?If it is because of his military days,well as far as I know he was captured and locked up all through the war.

McCain doesn’t have to worry so much about his age, more about his temper. Eventhough calling that kid a “little jerk” for asking him the “age” question was a good comeback.

I personally don’t have an issue with someone’s age for being president. In fact, in terms of gaining wisdom, it may be good.

Was the oldest presient Ronadl Regan?

John McCain’s has nothing to do with his capabilities. It should not be considered no more so than the capabilities of someone who is black or female being president. And my 85 year old very active mother would walk miles around the world, and challenge anyone to a debate on social issues and be able to stand her ground without seeming old or feeble. It is a shame that we continue to look at the older individuals as less than capable.

If race is an issue, if gender is an issue, then age can be an issue too. As much as I respect McCain for his service to his country, and his obvious drive to become president, I still want a younger person who will have to live a long time with whatever legacy his presidency will leave.

Anderson what Huckebee said should not be treated lightly. rememeber Virginia Tech. that’s how it starts. he should not encourage any thinking of that sought. i have said my peace. anything should happen to BO is Huckebee and the republican party. good night folks.

China’s pain is so great with children in parents arms and crying walking away from the school that once stand. What will happen to the american’s business there have they been destoryed too?

I did that when I was a kid….hit the garage across the street. The key was in the engine though

A 5 year old driver! What were they thinking!?

When someone wants to destroy you and your way of life, you can’t sit down and talk to them.

Ronald Reagan was the oldest. I think McCain would be fine but lets not pretend that age doesn’t cause the body to “deteriorate” over the years - especially in older years.

Many people around Reagan said they could see the effect of his Alzheimers in his last years in office.

McCain is also not as sharp as he was in 2000. Noticeably.

CaseyJPS - California
“Right on David Gergen! Thank you for the level-headed, well-grounded commentary (as always).”

Casey, isn’t he always? That Gergen guy, now he is someone I’d trust answering the phone at 3 AM

My opinion of why John McCain doesn’t want any kind of National Health Care is that he doesn’t have a clue what health care costs. He has had Health Care all of his life, from the day he was born.

I agree with Deann.

Reagan was the oldest. He was 72 when he left. If mccain is president he will enter at 72 and leave at 80

Obama is not that young. Clinton was younger than Obama.

Hillary is in the middle. She’s 60, right? She’s just right!

How did that little kid reach the pedals? I was 17 before I was tall enough to reach the pedals on the family van!

If MCain serves 8 years…god forbide

McCain is healthy with great genes. His age is just like the McBush type of line, merely distractions for dems. It is not an issue for 60% plus out there and those that think it is it is way down on their list.

Kim,
It is more than poor judgment, it is desperation from the Republican Party. As a lame duck president, Bush is doing more damage than good for the John McCain.

McCain’s mother does appear to be very sharp for her age. It would be very smart for McCain to bring her on the campaign trail with him. She appears to be very likeable. What better person to tell us some stories about McCain!

Jacqui - the oldest person to take office was Reagan…he was 70

Obama is a “little young” and McCain is a “little old”, so that makes Hillary “just right”!

the polygimst raid was 6 weeks ago…….where the heck did the time go???

Being from Arizona and having lunch with a prominent citizen who has alzheimer’s….

McCain’s mind is slipping and will continue to worsen….

Enough said.

I agree with you Kay, McCain is too old for next nominee president.

Those people saying that age is not a factor, would you be saying the same thing if McCain were 82 years old? Lets not pretend that age is not a factor.

Interesting that all those who criticize Republican fear mongering also call McCain Bush’s third term. What’’s that if not fear mongering?

How is it that if polygamy is a crime in this country - groups like the FLDS are allowed to continue to prosper???

Has Gary been in Arizona since the raid?

Boy, these ‘believers’ talk like they’ve been brainwashed.

What difference does it make if there are “only” five underage mothers in FLDS? It’s still completely wrong.

deann, the multiple marriages are not legal - they are “spiritual” marriages - therefore, can’t be punished under anti-polygamy laws - a

Its hard to prosecute when you cant get accurate records on age. Its just strange people existing like this in 2008.

Deann, I think they get around the law with one legal marraige and multiple ’spiritual’ marriages.

Will China’s Olympic “Bird Nest” stadium sustain an earthquake?

deann>”How is it that if polygamy is a crime in this country - groups like the FLDS are allowed to continue to prosper???”

They live in remote areas and remain very self-suffiicient. They fly under the radar screen for the most part, with virtually no contact with the “outside” world.

So, what, if there’s is just 5 or1000 teens under the age of 18 is who is haviing SEX with older men should be enough too throw the men away in jail. That’s a good reason.

The age is not important.
How it comes if McCain will choose as VP a person around 30 . Perfect balance …

You Know Rover speaks about Obama not wearing flag pin but McCain goes to the NRA and speak with NO flag pin. Rover check out McCain he never wears one WHY? Phoenix, AZ

Even the Catholics realize age is a factor!!! You can’t become pope if you’re 80 or older.

It will be very disappointing if these FLDS child custody hearings do not uncover any abuse. I suppose they are taking one case at a time which just seems to drag this out for even more weeks.

these people should be charge and convicted of crimes.

“Not enough women to go around” Is that true Anderson? Seems to me that there are plenty of women, they are all making babies faster than I can blink an eye.

I agree too McCain is too old. What is the retiring age in America? Why would we want someone who is supposed to be retired in the white house.

Jolene>There is definitely brainwashing going on here, so it’s a roll of the dice whether we will get the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth…

I don’t think the number of years you have lived is important…right now what is important is that you are in tune with the world as it exists at this moment…that you are current, relevant and forward thinking. i think that is why Obama has connected with so many young people and McCain appears old-school.

I am surprised that the even keep any written records since it can be incriminating and they are already very weary of “outsiders”

You know the president should know better than to talk about leaders in this country to overseas leaders. Phoenix, AZ

Polygamy, is no different then pimps claiming to be men of God, using women and telling them it is because they love them, and in this case that it’s God’s will. One under age mother is enough, to talk all the children. If I abuse one of my children, the law will take all my children.

At what point does common sense come into this - 400 children in harms way, whatever the harm, need to be removed from the parents and the situation.

Would someone explain why these men must have so many women? Since they are throwing out the boys, it isn’t like they don’t have enough males around.

This “religion” is nothing more than a man made excuse for these oversexed guys to have a harem.

It looks like a good program lineup. What I’ve seen so far backs up this opinion.

Religion shouldn’t a reason to abuse a human being!

Will the parents who have lost children in the Chinese earthquake be allowed to have another child? With the “one child” policy…does that include children who have died? Can you have another child if a previous one dies?

I have watched Huckabee long enough to know that he would never intentionally say anything like that or believe it. He has a natural comedian in him and it was a joke that went wrong - that he didn’t realize until it was too late. I don’t think his thinking was anywhere near what it came out sounding like. Although that isn’t an excuse - I know his apology was sincere.

I will vote for Obama. But I do not want to see McCain’s age brought up…any more than I want to see race brought up.

BURIED ALIVE! - that is literally a nightmare - those poor people and there were or still are thousands in that situation

TX has gotten DNA evidence from many/most/all of the kids. I hope it gets the same from the mothers and also the fathers, who by now have likely cut and run to UT and AZ. The DNA results ought to be coming in fairly soon. I wonder about pinpointing the age of the females, though, since the births happened, as I understand it, onsite at the compound, and records might therefore be a bit dodgy.

Sara in Ok,
Yes, Gary had already in few days ago.

i think the question with the FDLS and returning the children home is what type of “environment” will they be living in?? is it a “healthy environment”?? i hope that CPS or Mental Health Dept will keep case files open and keep investigations on going to see the impact on these childrens’ minds will occur.

Huckabee is a little strange, what a horrible comment he made today about Obama having a gun pointed at him.

Honestly EJ, when he said that (and I get the joke part) he sounded like he was coming down to Karl Rove’s level, which is about as low as you can go in politics.

900 children died! Something is very wrong in China!

That’s what is so sad about earthquakes. The damaged ruins take so long to get through, that time is lost and some people can’t hold on that long. What an awful tragedy.

It looks like enforcement of building codes is nonexistant in China. i wonder how much is due to corruption and payoffs.

I pray for these people involved in the earthquake in China for the God Lord to comfort them.

I am tearing up listening to the parents cry as they discover their childrens’ bodies under the rubble of the collapsed school buliding.

maybe if china was not so communist and allowed citizens to leave the damn country there wouldn’t be so many deaths. People are packed like sardines in china

It is so heartbreaking for those people in China.

Good night Anderson and all. Hope everyone has a great weekend.

This is devastating. We need to design earthquake proof buildings.

MaryBeth; I think I had heard that they cannot, but I hope that I am wrong. Can you imagine losing your only child and not being permitted to have another? How sad for those families.

Is the China’s government let these parents to have anymore children? For China don’t let families have more then one child per home.

That good news for China people! I am glad kids got out of rubble building! that is amazing!

The report from China is just devastating–I can’t even imagine the horror of seeing your child buried under that collapsed school–no one should have to go through anything like this, especially when something could’ve been done to make the buildings stronger.

I know this isn’t practical, but can we have these really shocking and sad stories at the top of the hour, so we can leave with happier stories at the end of the hour? It’s hard to not let this squash your spirit, honestly. I can’t even explain how I feel when I see this…I guess just numb.

I agree with you EJ I don’t think there was any evil intent…but it was an extreme case of bad judgement…and a frightening seed to plant!!

it is shameful that they live on or near a fault zone yet the government did not have strict guidelines for buildings, especially the schools!

Huckabee was just guilty of a “say something funny in front of a gun crowd” to quickly. He’s a good guy.

Who woulda thunk that Starbucks’s cups are scandalous?

Boycotting Starbucks for it’s logo? Give me a break. Those people need a time out.

Can you imagine how scary that must have been, being trapped beneath that rubble for so long? Then to be rescued and find out your family is gone. It’s heartbreaking.

Oh the John King shot looks cool

have a great weekend everyone. Talk to you all again Monday

Sweet dreams and God bless everyone!!

Keep doin what ur doing Anderson. You rock!

How many people know someone who was pregnant at the age of 16? or maybe it was you?? Did the police come to your door and arrest your parents because you got pregnant? I am not taking sides, but there are always two sides to every story. It is possible that not all the people in the camps were taking part in child abuse.

Amazing story from China. No words to express all the feelings one has.

China and Burma are facing impossible tragedies. Obviously China is working relentlessly to recover the dead, but the situation in Burma still blows my mind.

Good night Anderson, Erica, all!
Have a good weekend! See you Monday night!

Watching the earthquake report out of China breaks your heart. It’s ironic that in California there is always a campaign asking you if you could survive 72 hours without assistance because it might take that long for help to reach you. At least we live in houses, work in buildings and go to schools that don’t fall down on top of us.

Good night Anderson! Have a great weekend!

Ahh a little light humour for John King.

Obama, McCain battlefield to John King’s magic board! Very funny! What a great mix of information tonight. Thanks 360.

Nite all!

That was great!

Night Anderson love your tie again keep up the good looks and Erica pretty as ever…
I had a rough week sorry for my mistakes tonight. Take care and God bless have a nice weekend.

I am an only child and I know how my death, at any age, would devestate my parents. I was a late baby anyway, born a month before my mom turned 39. The possibility of not even having the opportunity to HAVE another child would just add to that devestation and loss.

THat’s Hilarious

Good show tonight Andy and Erica! Have a great weekend folks!

No matter how “modern” China’s government