I think the Republicans should agree to stop talking about Mrs. Obama, and Mrs. Obama should stop making controversial speeches like the one I saw awhile back.

If Mrs. Obama should continue to make speeches like the one I saw, she will of course be fair game.

Dean Howard, East L.A, USA

I support Obama but I believe it is fair game for Republicans to attack her provided the attack is true. I have no problem with them using her direct quote in an endless loop even though they are taking it out of context. But they should remember that Cindy McSame had an affair with John McSame.

Jon Bris, Detroit, USA

The reality of politics is that it's not just the candidate, but everyone around them whose profile is magnified., spouses or even children are seen as fair game. There is so much at stake that nobody close to an aspiring politician can hope to go un-noticed or unused by the opposition.

Karen, Adelaide, Australia

Jean,jeanie whoever you are barack didn't do anything to hillary she did it to herself,he was trying to run a clean campaign and she tried to traple over it and lost.I think race is clouding your judgement,a woman can be strong and still be a woman Mrs clinton took it further,too far.

drummer, reno, usa

Ran out of space.....and far more frustrating is when the newspaper and media do the misquoting. How unethical for their profession.

Cheryl, Vermilion, USA

how many e-mails have you recieved telling you one of Hillary Clintons people started this rumor?are you reporting the news or fabricating it.

john , deposit, u.s.a.

Geez. The only one who can demonize Michelle Obama is Barak or Michelle, herself.

Now stop whining! We're sick of it!

Jenny J, Portland, USA

Tessie, we live in a country that is racist, you know this, so do I. America have done and allowed things to be done to certain races of people that has caused their demise. This country is not color blind. Yes, African-Americans take offense to certain language and action, it's the little things.

Alfreda Odom, Los Angeles, United States

Obama does posess leadership skills and charisma and he poses threat to Republicans. It's a sad development, but part of political game in US to spead dirty rumors and gossip to weaken your opponent. They also said lots of bad lies about Obama, but Obama is handling this very well. Obama 08!

David Dzidzikashvili, Cambridge, MA, USA

You keep saying you want to change things but to keep blaming Rep for everything that is said about your wife or you is really not being fair. I judge a person on their character and I have checked out your voting. Tells me alot.

Jean, Longwood, USA

the sad thing about this presidential race is the revelation of the large amount of ignorant folk open to racism and scaremongering.

McCain is by far the 'scarier' candidate- its time to look at policy issues. Obama is not a muslim, McCain wants MORE troops in Iraq.

James D Irwin, Eastbourne,

Hmm.. Sounds like "turn-about" to me after the rotten way he treated Hillary and Bill Clinton. Stop whining, Barak.

Jenny J, Portland, USA

George Orwell once wrote "the catholic and the communist are alike in that they both believe the other to be neither honest nor intelligent". I wonder what modern day intreptation we can apply given some of the comments on this page.

Phil, Singapore,

Why is it that every time one says something bad about a black person she or he becomes racist and all the black people become involve? It looks like nobody can say anything about them (black ) anymore without causing troubles.

Tessie, Toronto, Canada

Daisy,I qoute(I think that the world just isn't ready for such an intelligent first lady,Daisy Roman, Casselberry, USA).wonder what the other first ladies think about that comment.

Steven, Portland, United States

The Obama's have close ties with Muslims, both in America and abroad. The two of them are close to Nation of Islam head, Farrakhan. Neither are to be trusted.

Robert, Newton, USA

I think that the world just isn't ready for such an intelligent first lady and that's ashame. Lets not get caught up on lies and scandals and remember that Obama wants the best for all people. I can't wait to see him as PRESIDENT!!!!!!

Daisy Roman, Casselberry, USA

Nobody is attacking blacks in general. Sadly, however, there are people who are voting for Obama simply BECAUSE of his race. That is unfortunate. I would love to see a QUALIFIED, patriotic African-American candidate for President come up. But Obama is not it. He has shown his true nature.

Janine, San Jose, USA

It feels good to forgive, so i encourage each of Obama's supporters to pray daily for his safety, and please do not retaliate with evil of any kind.

Susan, Lithonia, usa

Everyone knows that the GOP has nothing on Sen. Obama so they will try to use his wife against him. Michelle Obama is a strong black woman and would never utter that word, she is too smart for that. Sen. and Mrs Obama are the best this country has to offer. I can't wait until they move to 1600

James White, Chicago, USA

I think OBama is a scary man and so is his wife. The Republicans didn't tell me this. I could tell myself as we have yet to know who this man is. He lies about too much (his chuch affiliation). I pray he disappears after this election cycle.

Evelyn, Acworth, USA

Smears have started all over the internet. Young and old are joining in on the attack against Michelle and blacks in general.
That has led me to start my own pro peace campaign, because hate speech could lead to hate crimes, and that would be tragic. The US may not recover.

Johlae Jounson , US

Johlae, Charlotte, US