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Tuesday, February 26, 2008 | 5:35 AM

Ellen Plays Hardball With Senator Clinton

Ellen was full of surprises Tuesday. Here she interrupts one of Senator Hillary Clinton's campaign stops to ask Hillary about the big issue that has divided America for too long, "glitter or no glitter?"


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Sorry Ellen, I support Obama, so I will not watch your show until after the primaries. That will be when Barack is the Democratic candidate. In my market you are in the same time slot as Oprah, and since she sees that Barack is a wise choice I will be watching her. BTW, if Hilary had run in 2004 I would have voted for her, but there really is something right about Barack. Bonny

Posted by Bonny | February 27, 2008 1:06 PM

I no more care about who you want to be president than I care about your sexual orientation or Hilary's for that matter. I watch you because you are entertaining. You are not a news anchor, an editorialist or any kind of political expert. You obviously don't even care about qualifications. "30 years of experience" subtracting the 16 years of being the first lady of Arkansas and the U.S. leaves 14 years, eight of which are as a senator. What qualifies her to lead the free world and what is her foreign policy experience. You are simply using your celebrity to try to sell a prevaricating "empty suit."

Posted by Tangie | February 27, 2008 12:09 PM

Ellen,

Thank you soooo very much for openly showing your enthusiastic support of Hillary Clinton! As a California resident, I proudly cast my vote for Hillary.

I would also like to thank all the REAL men who realize a strong woman is to be admired, not feared. Also, to all the REAL ladies, thank you ALL so much for not being a part of the MEAN GIRLS CLUB and rising above the cattiness, pettiness, and stupidness. Unfortunately for Hillary, the level of sexism that has been woven through the media coverage of this campaign is profound.

Hillary Clinton, you are a FIGHTER! You are the REAL DEAL!! And Ellen, so are YOU!!
"Too many have been invisible for too long. Well, you are not invisible to me," voiced Hillary. She speaks for those that have no voice.

Texas and Ohio: VOTE FOR HILLARY CLINTON! She will get things done! Her accomplished record proves that she is the right person for the job!HILLARY 08'

Posted by Sabrina (Ca) | February 27, 2008 12:05 PM

Ellen,

Thank you soooo very much for openly showing your enthusiastic support of Hillary Clinton! As a California resident, I proudly cast my vote for Hillary.

I would also like to thank all the REAL men who realize a strong woman is to be admired, not feared. Also, to all the REAL ladies, thank you ALL so much for not being a part of the MEAN GIRLS CLUB and rising above the cattiness, pettiness, and stupidness. Unfortunately for Hillary, the level of sexism that has been woven through the media coverage of this campaign is profound.

Hillary Clinton, you are a FIGHTER! You are the REAL DEAL!! And Ellen, so are YOU!!
"Too many have been invisible for too long. Well, you are not invisible to me," voiced Hillary. She speaks for those that have no voice.

Texas and Ohio: VOTE FOR HILLARY CLINTON! She will get things done! Her accomplished record proves that she is the right person for the job!HILLARY 08'

Posted by Sabrina (Ca) | February 27, 2008 12:00 PM

Ellen,

I wish that you would come out and support Hillary in the way that Oprah has stood up for Obama.

I know that Hillary is the best person for this job, but I believe Oprah's endorsement of Obama, and the media's bias has hurt her. I really try to have faith in the American people's ability to make educated choices, but I am afraid that so many do not really do their research on the candidates.

I don't think that you can solve that problem, but it would be nice if Hillary had someone of your stature, equal to Oprah, stand up for her.

I don't get why no one has to this point.

Please speak out for Hillary.

Noreen

Posted by Noreen Cardinale | February 27, 2008 11:34 AM

Ellen,

I wish that you would come out and support Hillary in the way that Oprah has stood up for Obama.

I know that Hillary is the best person for this job, but I believe Oprah's endorsement of Obama, and the media's bias has hurt her. I really try to have faith in the American people's ability to make educated choices, but I am afraid that so many do not really do their research on the candidates.

I don't think that you can solve that problem, but it would be nice if Hillary had someone of your stature, equal to Oprah, stand up for her.

I don't get why no one has to this point.

Please speak out for Hillary. There is so much at stake for the American people. Thank you, too, for all of the brillant and wonderful entertainment that you have provided over the years.

Noreen

Posted by Noreen Cardinale | February 27, 2008 11:30 AM

Ellen, You are great and I love your show. Thanks for being there for Senator Clinton. You should write for her campaign as we really need Hillary to win.

Posted by Janet | February 27, 2008 10:45 AM

Yes I am a man voting for Hillary. I am a man not afraid to vote for the best person for the job. (A WOMAN) She should be our next President and not only do I not trust Obama, he is trying to fly under the radar and not answer how he will achieve anything. The media has upset me so much that I wouldn't vote for Obama if he was the only democrat running.

Posted by Tim | February 27, 2008 10:42 AM

Hey Ellen, I love you and your show but...I resent the fact that celebraties use award shows, their shows, other celeb shows to promote their political views and their pick of candidates. Rent a gym , invite a crowd and speak however long you want to about your chosen candidate or your political views. Don't push it off on those of us that just want to be entertained

Posted by suzie | February 27, 2008 10:41 AM

THANK YOU

It is about time someone gave Hillary some equal time. Ellen you are the greatest and you just became even greater in my eyes because you are fair to all. The news media has been blind and bias. WAY TO GO ELLEN

Posted by Janet | February 27, 2008 10:33 AM

Ellen,
Thanks for helping to reveal the lighter side of Hillary again - we have seen so many Hillary personalities lately that I have really started to feel that she is a being tactical and doing whatever she feels is necessary to get voters in her court. As a former New Orleans resident and a former member of the media, I know how the media can set a national agenda (believe me), but I also must say that Hillary WAS getting excellent press earlier in this election (some say it was tilted toward her at that point) - the fact is...the story is evolving and the media would be irresponsible to ignore that reality. I do see that there is a fascination with Obama, but he is a very positive figure for both the DNC and America. I find it very disappointing that Hillary is bashing the hope of many to win this election. I voted for her and would vote for her again in the general. I would vote for Obama too. I would like to say to Hillary that what Obama offers us is good (and not all that different from her - he words are rhetoric too - the reason she is bothered is because his rhetoric is often better). She should take note of his positive approach and forget about her defensive, accusatory approach to dealing with her critics. I think that would help. I love to see her smile - thanks for helping her with that.

Posted by Shannon | February 27, 2008 9:02 AM

hey ellen
I e-mail you a few days a go and asked you to have sentor Clinton on the show. thanks for doing so ,I didn;t get to see the show ,but am thanksful for what you done. there many of democrate men that are not affriad to stand up for a woman to be president. I am not sure why so many dec. [men] mostly will support anyone that has no expericene to be president and no knowedge of things overseas . I just don't understand that.

thanks again for being such a wonderful person that you are. my wife and I don't only think you're the talk show host of the year ,but of all times.
thanks
guy

Posted by guy fusell | February 27, 2008 8:58 AM

Thanks for having Hillary on the show! Ellen is the only show on TV with the fairness to give Hillary Clinton some positive time.

I voted for Hillary in Florida, like the commenter before me and many others whose votes are not being counted. She has been the best candidate from the beginning, and I hope everyone works hard to help her win!

Posted by marci lowman | February 27, 2008 8:49 AM

Ellen,I am in Florida and I voted for Hillary but it doesn't count,so I Thank You for all you are doing perhaps what you are doing will count. I love your show, Please keep up the good work.

Posted by Fannie | February 27, 2008 8:37 AM

Ellen, Thank you for showing a lighter side of politics. Sometimes we need the comic relief.

I love your show and what you stand for.

I support Senator Hillary Clinton and what she stands for. Too bad she's been villified by the Far Right for so long even some Democrats believe them.

Hopefully we all can come together after the General Election and support whom ever wins the Presidency.

Thanks again.

Posted by Charlene | February 27, 2008 8:28 AM

Congratluations Ellen for being one of the only celebrities and a media star that has the guts to put something positive on the air waves about Hillary Clinton.

Good for you that all i have to say.

Posted by jeanette alonso | February 27, 2008 8:02 AM

Just think we elect Hillary the Silverware comes back to the White House!!!! Thats a great way to break up the campagain!!!

Posted by Christine | February 27, 2008 7:40 AM

I was at the Hillary Clinton event and it was awesome! Of course there was a lot that was not said...but the fact remains after watching last nights debate---they treat Hillary different. Im glad that people like Ellen has the courage to stand up for what they believe in.

BTW to the previous post about Ellen's infulence...how is it any different than Oprah or Caroline Kennedy standing up for Obama. I wish that people would do research on the subject before they speak!

Posted by Jesse | February 27, 2008 6:00 AM

What a Fantastic Clip Ellen! You Rock! ...and Go Hillary!

Posted by Paméla | February 27, 2008 5:50 AM

What a Fantatsic Clip Ellen! You Rock! ...and Go Hillary!

Posted by Paméla | February 27, 2008 5:49 AM

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