Richard from London says: "Should the US vote for Obama then my faith in America and it's people will be instantly restored"

A perfect reason why I vote Republican. Do you honestly think that the average American cares what braindead antiAmerican Marxists from Europe think??

David Papaccio, Baltimore, Maryland

"This type of threat in the West's most violent and gun-loving country makes me very fearful for Mr Obama. I hope I am wrong."

Actually, the most violent country in the West is Britain, according to the UN and several other studies. And a German should be the last to point his finger at Americans when it comes to race relations and violence. Don't they teach about the Holocaust in Euroland anymore??

Heather, Provo, Utah

I have tried. I have listened. I have watched every debate. I have heard every speech. I have advanced degrees in Literature and Philosophy. The man says nothing, only cliched catch-phrases, recycled zingers, and ear-pleasing one-liners. I absolutely don't get it ... other than CHANGE at any price.

Worthington, Los Angeles, California

While I enjoy the idealistic utopianism of the contributions from the colonies, I have to rain on their parade. We had a guy in the UK who fired us all up with hope, but when he was replaced we were mostly glad to see the back of him. Whoever they elect will ultimately disappoint. Plus ca change...

David B, LARKHALL, UK

Those of you who read these articles and think that gives you perspective on a candidate's platform are totally off base! If you're reading a quote and deciding that Obama is "like Blair" or "shallow" then you're not doing your homework. The problem the US has had is that people have relied too much on soundbites to make up their mind about a candidate. If you go to Obama's site, you'll find platform positions on most everything--more thought through than McCain's at the moment! Yes, he gives inspiring speeches and America needs to be inspired. But they're backed up with plans and substance.

Charles, Allston, USA

I applaude Senator Obama for what he is doing and he certainly has an insight into what plans would be instituted. This big "Hoopla" about experience, so what - experience only means you are older and more tired!!
Mrs Clinton needs to get off that band wagon and present facts. I don't want to know about the senators past I could read that on the net, tell me what you have to offer that makes you electable. Maintain the respectable composure that she initally presented, stop slinging mud, everyone else does that - be different.
Senator Obama inspires people by allowing them to see their own value and input, he never claims to have the answers. When I listen to his opponent it's always "I" ??
Senator Obama should continue what he is doing and not be moved to become like the other team, don't get bogged down with retaliation just shake it off and keep moving.

R.M, Virginia, USA

It was Winston Churchill who said something like: 'America usually does the right thing - after trying all the possible alternatives'.

Hope you folks don't have to go through the Hillary alternative!

Go Obama!

Ian, London,

Lets face it , Hilary is damaged goods. She could'nt control her husband, so why would anyone think she could control the biggest economy in the world ?

Being the second-in-command to the leader in a past presidency is not qualification for stepping into the commanders shoes and when she was allowd to be involved in policy making on health care she left the patient struggling on life support.

Graham Warley, Tunbridge Wells, UK

Both Obama and Clinton are first term senators. The only viable candidate with any experience in this campaign is McCain. Vote for McCain!

Mary, USA,

I do love reading comments from Americans. I am now a firm believer in scientology and agree with Tom Cruise et al that Americans come from Mars! You guys are so funny.

Heather, Wellington, New Zealand

Its to early to predict, but I have to agree with Tom. Every single state since Iowa has seen record turnouts of voters from the Democratic party. And his popularity has been rising fast among every single group: white males, women, young voters, Hispanics and other minorities, middle age voters, incomes less than $50,000, incomes more than $50,000, even Republicans and even more independents. Obama alone had more votes than the entire Republican party tonight in Wisconsin. And tonight he spoke to a full, highly enthusiastic and packed house in Texas. The chances of the world seeing the first African-American president of the US is more likely.

ann, Pasadena, CA

I predict that Obama will be elected president of the United States, and that he will be the greatest one we have had since Lincoln.

Tom Tull, Scottsdale, AZ