Yes, Obama does talk a lot of high-flown, emotive stuff that lacks any real content. But just because Hillary is more prosaic in her style, doesnt mean her words have any more depth. The fact is all politicans speak in simplistic, emotive slogans and soundbites, especially - no offence - American ones. The fact is, Obama had the insight and courage to swim against the tide and speak out against the Iraq war - while Hillary cheered it on. And he seems to seems open to two sides of an argument - a welcome antidote to the binary, good versus bad worldview of Mr Bush.

Adam B, Birmingham, England

Shame on Hillary for having to criticise Obama to get noticed - her day is long gone, she is now history. Who knows though, she may still be Vice-President. Now there's a good way of making HC eat her words.

Ian Payne, WALSALL,

Mrs. Clinton's snarling attack dog orientation is not going to help America rebuild its' standing in the world at large or encourage constructive attitudes in America.

The gracious maturity and background of Barack Obama are a gift I hope America will accept. His crisp and quietly efficient campaign organisation speaks volumes for his abilities to tidy up the mess that is America.

Mrs. Clinton's background is tainted and her attitude and clumsy organisation of her campaign indicative of her inability to run the country. She's a mess, just like that attempt to organise healthcare for her husband way back when.

Valerie, Hove, UK

I have one word for Hillary Clinton, "Whitewater."

Marti, Chicago, Illinois

I'm a strong supporter for Senator Clinton. For Changes that are chanted without ground or direction are deceiving while calls for "progress" that are based on merits and failures of the past are hopeful. Now votors are faced with the choice between "sweet promises" from the lips and "challenging actions" from doer who has shown credability, integrety, determination, and experience that can ensure we change for the better and we progress to improve. The country can't afford another inexperienced cowboy president any more.We've got enough empty promises and distrastrous changes from the current President. We need a change for a president who knows the complexity of the world and has the wisdom and records to lead us on. Senator Clinton is the one I count on and I support.

Joanne Shen, Bushkill, PA

boomer dominated politics and media are coming to an end. make way for a new generation that tackles the real problems that matter to ordinary people. NO MORE DYNASTIES (BUSH/CLINTON=ALL THE SAME)

erlich, peterborough, ontario/canada

If a country has a choice between someone like Hillary Clinton as a candidate and Barack Obama how can there be doubt? You willl be a laughing stack around the world if you miss the possibilty of Hillary and choose the other one!

dan, sevilla, Spain

I think Hillary is THE BEST CANDIDATE/PERSON to be our next presdient. I still don't understand what Obama is talking about that validates him....if I wanted to hear someone preaching I would go to Church....LET'S GET REAL...Our Country has many problems that need attention...
GO HILLARY....

Leigh Merrill, New York, New York

In the States, exchanges between candidates and the press, similar to the one mentioned in this article regarding Senator Obama, happen regularly. Yes, this connection with Mr. Rezko is being discussed but it is not top news. Why? Because every politician who gets to this point has someone like Mr. Rezko hiding in their closet. Usually, the truth is that they never really asked where the money was coming from when the money needed to come from somewhere. Unless the US starts funding the campaigns publicly, the same thing will happen over and over again. Not really a big issue on this side of the pond.

Tom, MADISON , USA/CT