Katie On Hillary

By: Katie Couric
Topics: Field Notes

(CBS)

Hillary Clinton says a friend of hers describes her as "the most famous woman that people don't know." Well, America will get to know her, one way or another, in the next few months, as one of the most anticipated Presidential campaigns in recent history rolls out across the country.

As part of that roll-out, Senator Clinton came to our New York studio this afternoon for an interview, two days after launching her campaign on her Web site. She looked polished and poised – and prepared. She explained why she doesn't support President Bush's "surge" in troops for Iraq. And she talked a bit about her vision for the country, and repeated the phrase she used in her website's announcement Saturday, that she believed America needs a leader who will take steps that are "bold and practical." (You can catch more of the interview on tonight's Evening News.)

Of course, it remains to be seen what specific "bold and practical" plans and policies she'll be outlining – and whether any of that will resonate with the rest of the country.

One thing is certain: with the remarkable lineup of talent from both parties jockeying for position, political junkies will have a field day watching the election season unfold. This promises to be an extraordinary -- and long -- campaign.

There are 652 days until Election Day. Fasten your seatbelts!

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by one_american January 23, 2007 3:51 PM EST: "Every nation has to either be with us, or against us. Those who harbor terrorists, or who finance them, are going to pay a price."

Senator Hillary Clinton (Democrat, New York)
September 13, 2001; Reply to this comment


by one_american January 23, 2007 3:27 PM EST: I know when I am getting close to the truth about you, Katie... when you delete my posts.

Denying free speech for non-liberals, eh?

I know who you REALLY are.; Reply to this comment


by one_american January 23, 2007 3:24 PM EST: "In the four years since the inspectors left, intelligence reports show that Saddam Hussein has worked to rebuild his chemical and biological weapons stock, his missile delivery capability, and his nuclear program. He has also given aid, comfort, and sanctuary to terrorists, including Al Qaeda members...

It is clear, however, that if left unchecked, Saddam Hussein will continue to increase his capacity to wage biological and chemical warfare, and will keep trying to develop nuclear weapons."

Senator Hillary Clinton (Democrat, New York)
Addressing the US Senate
October 10, 2002; Reply to this comment


by nuzreporter January 23, 2007 1:22 PM EST: It was pretty well a given that Hitler had risen to such prominence that when he took over the country with barely a whimper of opposition, no one cared. But I think Hillary will find people in America care, no matter how dumb she believes them to be. Look at her statements. In response to a question on taxes her response is a classic Clinton remark, "I am not taking any positions or making any pledges. I am simple here to listen and to talk (chat.) " The American press will try to let her get away with it but the closer we get to the election, the less likely her chances of getting elected without saying anything. We will see.; Reply to this comment


by erichsh January 23, 2007 12:18 PM EST: Yeah, those words are real tough and hard-hitting. Never has the adage "a picture is worth a thousand words" more appropriate than here. Not only is she close to Hillary, she's leaning toward her with that beaming, radiant smile. Wonder who she's voting for?; Reply to this comment


by perception5 January 23, 2007 12:17 PM EST: One liberal Democrat interviewing another liberal Democrat........... how nice! If only our President could get such loving questions when he gets interviewes by our corrupt liberal press.
I probably would have asked her about her interview with Katie back during the Clinton scandals, like the Monica issue when asked by Katie "Mrs. Clinton who do you think is behind these rumors of your husband and Monica?" ....... Mrs. Clinton " Well Katie it's just another right wing conspricacy" .....REALLY NOW??????
Bottom line is the Clinton's have lied to the American public again and again .......... and as much as our corrupt liberal media likes to forget about these incidents........Americans haven't.............bottom line is Americans don't trust nor can trust past lies.......; Reply to this comment


by jcorbin1958 January 23, 2007 8:54 AM EST: I wouldn't vote for Queen Hillary for all the money in the world. That's all the USA needs is another Liberal running the country!; Reply to this comment


by petersemkiw January 23, 2007 1:41 AM EST: Dear Katie, Hey Katie, What's all this talk I hear about cozy-ing up to your liberal friend,Katie? Don't forget about me,please! And don't worry! I'm a patheic liberal,too! Whatever the heck that means! You make me feel good! Fasten your seatbelts!; Reply to this comment


by marykayb1 January 22, 2007 11:25 PM EST: Go beyond the picture and read the words...
no cozy-ing up here, clearly ojective insight by Couric.; Reply to this comment