Chris Matthews, from MSNBC's Hardball, recently questioned former President Clinton's motives by saying, "I wonder if he really wants her to win or not, or if he just wants it to look like he wants her to win." This appears to be the consensus in many circles.

It is difficult to believe that the former president, after having run his own successful campaign, could be so blatant in his conduct. His reference to the South Carolina primary, and his comparison of Barack Obama and Jesse Jackson, was racism at its worst. When he was later confronted by the media regarding this, he denied ever making such a statement.

He has referred to Senator Obama as "risky", thereby causing unfavorable distaste to the entire political party. In one of his speeches, he even praised John McCain, by citing his military record and his love for our country, while implying that Senator Obama should be set apart from them.

Both Bill and Hillary Clinton have been quick to jump on any issue that even remotely refers to Senators Obama's personal life or color. Yet throughout this entire campaign, there has not been one mention of Monica Lewinsky by the opposing candidate, or the fact that the former president lied; both while under oath and to the American people.

When Senator Clinton "misspoke" the events surrounding her trip to Bosnia, her husband was quick to rush to her rescue. He was so quick, in fact, that he also "misspoke" the facts. He defended that she was tired and she got the facts wrong on one occasion. Not only did Hillary tell the same (wrong) story several times, but she even detailed the trip in her book; citing the correct circumstances.

Bill Clinton has blamed the Obama campaign by stating that they play the "race card." He blames the media, by stating that they (continually) get things wrong or that they are "game playing" and deceiving the American people. It appears that he is willing to say (or do) anything to prevent Barack Obama from being elected, even if it means damaging the democratic party or endorsing John McCain.

Several times over the course of this campaign, Bill Clinton as referred to "me" or "I" as though this is his campaign. Perhaps he has "forgotten" that he already did his two terms in the White House. Or, perhaps, he's simply not looking forward to being the first First Gentleman.

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