And if so, isn't there anyone more qualified than the one who has already had power in the White House, in her way, and which the Democrats keep waving about?  Forget party: what woman?
199530
I think "isn't it time...?" may be the wrong approach.  I do not believe we should specifically seek to elect a 'the first woman President' or 'the first African-American President' or an other such 'first' just to do so.  These sorts of things will likely happen in time, but not just to do them!\n\nCompare how Margaret Thatcher became the first female Prime Minister in Britain.  It was not BECAUSE of her gender!  She simply was very good at what she did and rose to prominence in her party the same way anyone else would. (The same is the case for the first elected female leaders of other states, e.g., Israel and India.)\n\nI am hopeful that is how it will happen in the U.S. as well. \nI happen to agree with you about Hillary Clinton -- I am opposed to her, but it has nothing to do with her being a woman. (And I think it would be just as unfortunate for people to vote FOR a Presidential candidate of ANY party just because she's a woman, as it is to vote AGAINST the person for that reason.)
112019
They already are, but it takes a long time for alternate parties to gain the momentum required to win higher offices.  There are many local and state offices being filled by members of alternative parties.  Ocassionally a third party candidate manages to get the majority of votes for a congressional seat.  It will be a long time before we see a third party president.
155313
There will never be another Reagan. Republicans are holding a political nuclear weapon in the brilliant and dynamic Condoleeza Rice. She would be the Democrat’s worst nightmare and it would bring a new and historic vibrancy to the Republican Party perhaps ushering in a new era. She is a figure that the whole country could rally behind, and the type of element I think you’re looking for in the ‘Ole Gipper’. Unfortunately, she has said that she will not run. This would be a travesty, because if her country wants her, she should set aside her personal desires and rise to the occasion.
371278
Who isn't? I would guess that anyone in politics is wanting to go as far as they can.
85039
Of those 3, I would hope Condi.  Anybody but Hillary....Please!!!  We don't need another liar in the White House
326944
It does not scare me that a Democrat could become President, and I am a conservative Republican. What scares me is one of the ones constantly mentioned as a possible Democratic candidate (Hillary, Kerry, etc) could become President. I vote in terms of best person for the job. I do not inherently vote party lines. But these ones constantly being mentioned, especially Hillary Clinton, are uber-liberal whack jobs. It would indeed harm the country.
427875
She's not automatically the Speaker.  SHe is currently the minority leader, which makes her a clear choice to be elected once the Congress meets in January.  It is unlikely that they will choose anyone else.
657160
anyone is better then who we have now... Hilary has already made a fool of herself. Refusing to talk to immigrants until being notified they have votes wasn't a smart move by any means...
286876
No, because she is likely to run for President and therefore cut her term as a representative of NY short. She's not done much for them - she's spent most of her term justifying her husband's presidency, selling their books, and keeping her name in the national news. I really don't understand why they would re-elect her.
438065
If they had a stellar personal record of accomplishments and were a spellbinding speaker, I suppose it's possible. \n\nWouldn't it be nice to see a candidate like that!
10412
No, I don't think she'll try, No, I don't think she'd win, I doubt if I'd vote for her. However, she does have the money and popular support to try and would probably have the best chance of winning out of any minority woman that might attempt  to run. More power to her if she tries.
129738
yes, but not perfect.....   8\n\nnot a democrat- they all slander people and they are dishonest and false accusers... I cannot stand that...
47622
She may be a smart woman but her moral compass has a magnet attached to it. She should've walked out on Bill when she found that first sticky coated cigar in the Oval Office. I think he's got a stick with a cigar dangling from it that he leads her around with. But anythings possible in this great country of ours, right. Would I vote for her ? Definetly not. Just imagine the field day that the Christian Coalition is going to have when she attempts a bid for the Presidency.  Peace to all.
384042
A better one than Comrade Pelosi!\n\nSteny Hoyer was my Representative when I was in high school and college.  He has been in congress for nearly 25 years; and unlike many of new modern Democrats who are extreme liberals, he is more in tuned with the average Marylander, who is generally moderate.\n  \nHe would be a much better choice for Speaker of the House than Pelosi, but I guess he will not get the chance.
249185
It is horribly frightening to think of another Clinton in the White House, especially Hillary!! If we want to see what morals this country has left go straight in the pooper then all we need to do is vote in Hillary.
287776
She may be a person of great abilities and political potential, but the simple answer is NO. The problem with Hillary is that like Kerry, her position on the 2nd Amendment of the Bill of Rights (B. of R.) makes her just too unacceptable to a large segment of the American people. The last Presidential election forced many to choose between defending the 1st or the 2nd acts of the B.of R., and most do not want that again. Abortion is really about Religious beliefs, and most here do not agree with the Pres'. position. But many also feel that the Right to Bare Arms is essential to guaranty our freedoms FROM OUR OWN GOVERNMENT. Least we would have had KING RICHARD NIXON! And that is no joke.
272544
I think they have grounds, but it would be hard to push through. I'd like to see Bush and Cheney among others indicted as war criminals.  Its ridiculous what's happening in our government right now.  Who do you think will run in 2008?  If its Hillary are you voting for her, I don't agree with all her policies, but I think she'd make a good president and I think its about time we get some Girl Power in the White house.