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Dave, Tn — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 22:37:07 GMT

Now if Fred could win South Carolina on the Republican side just about everyone would have a state so far.

Well except for Hillary :-)

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Chris, Topeka — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 22:57:00 GMT

Thank you for putting the netcast back up on the website!

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Jasmine M., New York, NY — Tue, 08 Jan 2008 23:49:27 GMT

I was mentioned in a blog post! This is soooo surreal!

But, somehow, details have been lost in passing of information as I'm actually an attorney in New York City who was in Manchester for the weekend volunteering with the Obama folks.

And I swear I didn't go to your hotel looking for you, that would be a bit stalkerish. Okay that's a lie, I probably would, but I left Sunday night and Steve told me you weren't arriving until Monday. Thanks for the voice mail, it totally made my week.

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l.allen — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 00:16:13 GMT

It's interesting that Im the only one who knows why everone including the republicans wants obama to win the nomination.It will be a blood letting in the general election.

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Lisa McNeil,Alpharetta,Georgia — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 00:35:33 GMT

Good Evening Mr.Williams, First of all it sounds like a flurry of activity in New Hampshire. Record turnout of voters is great for the candidates. On another note I hope everyone feels better from the stomach bug spreading throughout the NBC workplace. Probably caused by all the late night reporting and eating greasy food at strange hours. Keep that hand sanitizer handy. I agree that Mike Barnicle needed to tuck in his shirt. It doesn't look professional to have ones shirt hanging out. On the other hand Mario Garcia one of the producers seems to just have some issues. I mean missing a pair of pants? How does that happen? Oh Well? Again I agree with you it is "best not to ask too many questions." Knowledge is a dangerous thing and ignorance is bliss. Too bad a primary wasn't held in Georgia. It was sunny and warm here. Good for a huge turnout. Quite a big night for politics. Now on to the broadcast. Hearing Mr.Russert speak about the numbers in correlation to what voters are looking for in these candidates it was very interesting. Who turns out to vote and what age are going to be huge factors in the outcome of the winners in each party. Regarding all the correspondents reporting from all the different candidates camps it appears a must win for many of them. And I totally agree with you and everyone who watched the broadcast, Kelly O'Donnell needs to drink lots of hot tea with honey this evening. I really hope her sore throat goes away. Try to rest your voice whenever possible Kelly. On a different subject the Middle East trip that President Bush is taking hopefully will be productive. Seeing the video of those Iranian speed boats whizzing back and forth near the three US Navy Warships was frightening. Hearing the threats from the men on those speedboats simply proves how this region is so very dangerous. Thankfully nothing happened and nobody was hurt. Very tense situation. Finally,the report about the Consumer Electronics show from Mr.Lewis really exhibited how far technology is taking us. I think Mr.Lewis thought he looked cool in those glasses. Anyway, some great gadgets! Thank you for the broadcast Mr.Williams. I will certainly see you throughout the evening as returns come. Keep up the great reporting. And drink plenty of hot tea with honey Kelly! Peace to all!

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Stephanie Umbro, Maine — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 01:36:31 GMT

Brian;

If I had been feeling well and had energy, I might have been one of those stalker readers who would have driven to Manchester "just because" I love politics that much - and to say hello! I prefer to think of myself as a news junkie, not a stalker! :) Glad to know that New England weather has treated everyone well.

Also an aside mention that most readers wouldn't see. I saw the interview you gave to Rob Caldwell of WCSH-TV from Portland, for the "207" program. I am sorry to say that I had to laugh out loud watching you describe (with quite a bit of energy) how exhausted and tired the candidates are and how grueling the political schedule is, because I have to wonder how YOU are holding up your energy! I do whole heartedly agree with your mention that this process is so drawn out, it feels like it should be over tonight, and not just beginning.

and oh, by the way... have you ever tasted Moxie? I am one who thinks you will regret having accepted Rob's offer of a bottle (along with a seat at Oxford Plains Speedway) if you've never had the pleasure of drinking this uniquely Maine soft drink. It is an acquired taste - one that I don't have!

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Jim Martin Brooklyn, New York — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 07:26:39 GMT

I think Obama blew his wide poll lead on election day. It started with a very confident almost smug poll king candidate only scheduling one rally on the day of the vote, as Hillary tirelessly pounded the political precinct pavement,fighting for every vote she could win over. His campaign was also negatively impacted with the sight and sounds of some of his backers trying to drown out Hillary at some of her stops. This undoubtedly garnered some sympathy for her, especially from the undecided voters.

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LOU LEWIS — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 20:40:53 GMT

I really get tired of the media telling who is the winner and who is the loser. Two little states do not decide a race. It is time for the media to take the results for what they are and not try and tells who has won and lost. It will be the Feb 4th voting that may decide all of this.

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David Scott, Austin, TX — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:00:38 GMT

Sorry, but an 'emotional' leader who can be pushed to tears, is not what is needed to lead a nation.
Mr K would have had a ball, if he had had to deal with an emotional 'world leader' instead of JFK.

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Joan Ursic, Macedonia, Ohio — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:03:26 GMT

I wish the news would report NEWS. Not speculation or predictions. Whether in sports, weather, politics, even celebrity gossip the news is about what will happen tomorrow. Not what has happened today as it should be.
I have been talking back lately to the newscasts especially to Tim Russert. As an alumni of JCU, I know he was taught to examine all aspects and not to jump to conclusions. How can he suggest that because one young adult voted for Obama that all will, that because of Clinton's personality coming across (not an emotional break down that voter's opinions will change. NO one knows what an individual will do when he or she enters the voting booth. Do not make assumptions or predictions. Report the facts. And please especially report that everything will be decided by Super Tuesday. I would like my vote to count too.

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John Whipple, Grand Haven, Michigan — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 00:28:09 GMT

Living in Michigan and working in manufacturing, I am a little disappointed in a couple of the Democratic candidate's. Michigan has been hard hit with unemployment, companies leaving, on and on. Turning the depaits and on he campaine trail, Sen Obama has said he wanted change. Well here in Michigan they moved the primary up,(Change not the status quot)and who is not showing up. We would have liked to hear from the Sen. We in Michigan would like to see some change, lower taxes, more jobs, health insurance etc. But Michigan must not mean enough to Obama and Edwards.

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AP Las Vegas, NV — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 01:59:28 GMT

Brian Williams I know it has been a long night but please pronounce Nevada properly.

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Janie Scholes, Flagstaff, AZ — Thu, 10 Jan 2008 15:27:58 GMT

Hi, Brian-
I've never been an avid watcher of nightly national news broadcasts. Since you took over the Nightly News, I tune in Monday-Friday. Your easygoing, no- nonsense approach is so refreshing, not to mention your sense of humor. Keep up the good work! Oh, and, by the way, the striped ties can stay. Very classy!!

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Tom Willhoit — Fri, 11 Jan 2008 00:10:35 GMT

Brian, You have been pronouncing Nevada corect.It is pronounced Nevada not Na vaah da