Go girl!!

Go girl!!

Go girl!!

I'm glad she set his dumb azz straight!!!!

I'm glad she set his dumb azz straight!!!!

maybe she was PMSing

I thought our SoS was someone with tact? That was very rude of her, regardless of mistaken translation. She could have been more graceful about hiding her jealousy. Swallow your pride better Mrs. Clinton, and represent us with honor and manners.

I thought our SoS was someone with tact? That was very rude of her, regardless of mistaken translation. She could have been more graceful about hiding her jealousy. Swallow your pride better Mrs. Clinton, and represent us with honor and manners.

If you are calling that an outburst you are sadly mistaken. She was just stating that she didn't want to speak for her husband but for herself. Hillary Clinton is her own person. Let her speak for herself...Good job Secretary of State Clinton...

Yep...she acted how we all thought she would. She's so rude and crass...very poor choice for SoS. She does NOT represent this country well at all - very rude. I'm so disappointed. Delivery, Hillary, delivery...

Yeah that was rude...and I like Hillary. My initial and honest reaction was, "Cow!" It's not an outburst per se, but it wasn't nice.

B*tch, B*tch, B*tch..........what more is there to say besides tactless and rude

In my opinion, being that she is in the position that she is in and has taken oath to serve this position....she acted rudely and very unprofessional. The question was not poised to her in a rude fashion. She could have very well responded to the question in a manner that was less "backyard" than what she did. She could have simply said, I cannot truly answer correctly for my husband. I use to have a lot of respect for this woman....her recent actions and display of unprofessional behavior only confirms why I have lost it.

Wait a minute here. Translator? I thought I heard English being spoken by both parties. Shame on your politician for her slovenly approach to a simple question. Not impressed. As we say in Trinidad, a "pappy show".

I think that Hillary Clinton has many reasons to be defensive about her husband. But she has chosen to remain in politics and to represent the people of this country. That responsibility needs to come first in her life before all of her personal struggles. Mrs. Clinton, I have compassion for you but please understand that you have the welfare of the American people in your hands every single day. Peace to your Heart, Mary

This is exactly why we can't have a lady as a president. Too damn emotional.

The sexist comments made, Hillary is pmsing, she is emotional no Lady can be presidental material shows you the lack of seeing women as individual's. Just as Joe Biden is admired for his candid remarks and chastied for his candid rude remarks, so to should HIllary be judged. The question was absurd because Bill Clinton wasn't present.

The sexist comments made, Hillary is pmsing, she is emotional no Lady can be presidental material shows you the lack of seeing women as individual's. Just as Joe Biden is admired for his candid remarks and chastied for his candid rude remarks, so to should HIllary be judged. The question was absurd because Bill Clinton wasn't present.

I saw Hillery's outburst with shock and dismay.She represents America to the world and holding powerful and important post as SoS.She should not react as an ordinary person but as a special person with good manners and examplary composture.Looks as the American voters made a good choice in the precidential elections.

I saw Hillery's outburst with shock and dismay.She represents America to the world and holding powerful and important post as SoS.She should not react as an ordinary person but as a special person with good manners and examplary composture.Looks as the American voters made a good choice in the precidential elections.

What do you expect from Hillary?

I think Ms. Clinton was assertive and not rude. She is a very intelligent woman who has a very important job. I feel it was insulting that she was asked her about her husband's opinion instead of her own.

I am not a Hillary fan. Lots of skeletons in the closet.

I love when the media turn on their darlings, and now label this exchange as an "outburst". As much as I don't like Hillary, her response was quite appropriate. And now, to make matters funnier, the spin doctors are speading a bunch of invalid excuses.

Is it my imagination, or has Hillary put on some poundage since the campaign?

Rock

I agree that was not an outburst by any means. Like she said she SoS, not Bill, and he is no longer president. Again if she was not a women or ex-first lady they would not have asked her what he thought. How would you like to go to work fully qualified to do your job and someone started to ask you what your spouse thought. example you are a doctor and the patient asked you what your spouse thought about the medical issues you were dealing with, would this not under mind you and your abilities??

What a crass hillbilly, she should try a little kindness!

Mrs. Clinton never ceases to amaze! The older she gets the more obnoxious she gets. "Hilary get a grip it's not always about you. Don't feel so threatened all the time just calm yourself. Take a class in how to speak with people and stop thinking you are IT!" Constantly disappointed by someone who could make a difference, but doesn't have a clue about how to do it.

Theat question was disrespectful and out of place.
Freedom of speecha and freedom of the press does not relate to this tyoe of questioning.

Sorry I must have watched a different video clip of Mrs. Clinton because I saw nothing rude in this one. Rude was some dumbass male showing male stupidity in thinking a man's opinion was needed. She is our SOS and her opinion is the only one that counted.The(I'm assuming reporter though he might not have been) was rude in asking for a man's opinion when a woman was the person sent there and the person our elected President choose and our elected Congress supported to serve us.In this country had the same question been posed,there would have been no question about the rudeness of it.I'm sick and tired of having to watch what we say and do to avoid insulting other peoples. It's high time the rest of the world worried about wheither or not our nation's people might feel insulted with what they say or do.

Imagine if that were a black woman saying what Hillary Clinton said in the manner that she said it? There would be a lot of noise from the media about the "mad black woman syndrome". Why should she be excused? She sounded like a woman who is not sure of herself, and she was very rude. She should've calmly responded by stating this..."I cannot comment on my husband's views of the situation, but I will gladly give you my view of the situation." There is no excuse for that kind of behavior, especially from the Secretary of State.

This is NOT an outburst.She's stating a fact.She's SOS and it was a stupid question.
She's fiesty and I'm sure this won't happen again.
Go Hillary

Hillary really needs to tone it down. Instead of being proud of what her husband accomplished, she is only thinking of herself..She needs to grow up, show more class and become a little more humble..the world doesn't revolve around her..so glad she is not President,this only proves what I've thought about her all along..

Atta girl! This is why she is Secretary of State. She has her own mind, brains and gets the job done! Which is why she so well liked and respected by so many!

Several things:
1. This is an absolutely disgraceful depiction of the people of the United States. As our Secretary of State, she serves as a representative of our people. I find her reaction to a simple question to be embarassing and truly unprofessional. The United States does not need to be making any more enemies, and countries are not going to appreciate our heads of state speaking to their students and people in such a derisive manner. She could simply have responded that she was not in a position to answer on behalf of her husband, and then segued into her own position. What she did, instead, was act like a spoiled child who isn't getting enough attention from mommy and daddy. That is not the kind person I want representing ME to other countries. I think she owes someone an apology.

2. For all the sexists littering this commentary board, I would like to ask you all to kindly grow up. Hillary Clinton is NOT a representation of the entire female race. Her opinions are not shared by all of us, nor do we ALL behave like her. Do we have an inclination to take our feelings into consideration? Sure we do, but that does NOT warrant such outrageous comments as "women can't be president." The very fact that Senator Clinton was even in the running is proof that women are MORE THAN capable of taking office. And the fact that there are still men in the world making ignorant statements against women is proof that maybe some men are not as evolved as they'd like to think. Infact, those particular men sound pretty stupid to me. And I don't want imbeciles running my country. You see where that's gotten us the last 8 years...

She was only stating the truth.

And this is an 'outburst'??? It was a very
perfect response from a women who thinks on
her feet, it was a fabulous response from a
fabulous women.

This was a sexist question, no doubt. The Congo, like many other African countries, is very sexist. Women are to be 'in their place' and are not expected to have an opinion. It was Hillary's responsibility to correct the perception that her husband speaks through her. I do not think she was was rude or inappropriate in her response. If women don't command respect, they will never get it.

I have travelled many places in the world. When I travelled to Congo, as a physician, I experienced the worst sexism of my life! I was constantly challenged and discounted by everyone. The culture is NOT like that of the US. Before you make assumptions that she was "rude, crass or a hillbilly" walk a mile in her pumps. Imagine your self as one of the most powerful people in the world. You have eaten your share of BS and worked tirelessly for you country. You go to this backwards, weird place and a student asks you what your wife thinks... or another woman thinks.... wouldn't that tick you off? SoS Clinton was standing up for something in America we should be very proud of... women's equality.

I have travelled many places in the world. When I travelled to Congo, as a physician, I experienced the worst sexism of my life! I was constantly challenged and discounted by everyone. The culture is NOT like that of the US. Before you make assumptions that she was "rude, crass or a hillbilly" walk a mile in her pumps. Imagine your self as one of the most powerful people in the world. You have eaten your share of BS and worked tirelessly for you country. You go to this backwards, weird place and a student asks you what your wife thinks... or another woman thinks.... wouldn't that tick you off? SoS Clinton was standing up for something in America we should be very proud of... women's equality.

I think she responded VERY rudely. She knows and should understand that a lot of people still see her husband and his ideas--that's the way people were. I think she should be prepared for "attacks," if you want to call them that, and respond in a responsible manor. Grow up and don't act childish when representing our country.
My father, husband, son and now grandson has fought for this countries freedom and rights--put themselves on the line--and you loose that respect in a 10 second response.

I think she responded VERY rudely. She knows and should understand that a lot of people still see her husband and his ideas--that's the way people were. I think she should be prepared for "attacks," if you want to call them that, and respond in a responsible manor. Grow up and don't act childish when representing our country.
My father, husband, son and now grandson has fought for this countries freedom and rights--put themselves on the line--and you loose that respect in a 10 second response.

she should have handled the situation with tact. she showed her arogant nature aside form her words her attitude was way off

It makes me ashamed of my country that we can't have a better representative then Hillary Clinton for SOS.

Could she have handled that better? Sure she could have but lets look at the whole picture. Ever since she met Bill she has been overshadowed by him. Bill is a marginally intelligent person who is very shrewd and charismatic. Bill is also and excellent speaker. Hilary is very smart but lacks the polish Bill has and has therefore taken a back seat to Bill at every turn. Bill has just recently upstaged her on the international scene once again. She has spent years putting up with his affairs only to see everyone forgive him and act like it is no big deal. Is it any wonder after all these years she is tired of it? Is it any wonder on a long trip in an area that has such a horrible track record on women's rights she'd snap? I mean she probably is confronted at every turn there with reminders that she has let Bill take advantage of her and not stood her ground like she knows she should have years ago. The only reason she has put up with Bill is he was her ticket to power and she thought a presidency of her own now. I'm glad to see she is upset with him finally and perhaps we might see her live up to the ideals she speaks about with women's rights.

The writer stated that "this is isn't about jealousy, it's about Hillary taking offense at sexism, pure and simple."
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I strongly disagree. If "this" is about sexism, then who or what is the source of the sexism? Surely, not the student who asked the question. After all, he was inquiring about Pres. Obama's response to a foreign policy issue. Perhaps, we can blame the interpreter for the sexism. But that's ridiculous; for, the interpreter was merely translating a question, albeit incorrectly. Clearly, the person to blame is Hiliary Clinton. For it was she who was responding to something what she PERCEIVED to be sexist. This is just another example of playing the "sexism card" when sexism had absolutely no part in this incident.

Ah for pete's sake...it is what it is....I would have answered the same way! She is the host... and clearly the translator is not the fault...her husband is history!

This person who represents this country needs some class, a student asked a quetion. She reacted in very poor tast. She forgets who she is and who her husband is. Respect has seen it's day with our leaders. She makes this quite obvious.

She's an idiot, just like her husband... In fact the whole Obama administration is a circus!

The question was indeed insulting, but the speaker did not mean to insult. The manner in which Mrs. CLinton answered shows that she lacks tact. We cannot compare Mrs. Clinton to Mr. Biden because Mr. Biden is not a diplomat. No diplomat can afford to lack tact. Tact and dilomacy are synonymous.

she is human people. She's touring Africa and probably hasn't had a good nights rest in awhile. Leave hillary alone, leave her alone.

trash to trash. she will never change, just a trashie person.

That is not an outburst at all. She was just expressing herself and that is NOT a big deal. And honestly she's right. Why was he asking what Mr. Clinton thought? She's there to answer their questions not speculate on what Mr. Clinton thinks about the situation. The question could be viewed as rude.

PMSing? Bitch? Rude? Really? Perhaps someone needs to let sexist men know that women no longer are puppets being handled by there husbands. How dare he ask such a question as if her opinion didn't matter.
By the way every time a woman is angry does not mean she's PMSing!

GO GIRL !!! IF THAT SO CALLED STUDENT REPORTER WANTS TO ADDRESS A QUESTION TO BILL THEN ASK HIS HIM, IF YOU WANT AN ANSWER FROM HILLARY THEN ASK HER, NO SEXISM INVOLVED HERE GEES PEOPLE IT WAS A FAIR ANSWER.

an outburst?? at least the woman shows her skin is always in the game! It has to be tough for her to frequently have comments/questions that involve Bill C. I think she's doing a terrific job - one that is patching up the mess our previous Pres. left.

I am really astounded by Mrs. Clinton’s outburst. If I were Mrs. Clinton, I would simply say I am sorry but I can’t answer for my husband. I am sure all of you are beginning to see the true character of ‘would have been President’. Mrs. Clinton could not have gone to Africa to change the culture of the people, whether you think the question was sexism or not is immaterial and stays with you. She should have showed more tact and maturity. She should not, and should not be seen as competing in any way with Bill. She should be happy for her husband as I m’ sure Bill is to her now and for that reason should see Bill as part of her. If you love your husband or wife, and someone asks you about him/her, you would be able to say good things about him/her. Beside, Bill has more friends outside the US, and especially in Africa. You cannot change that, and les I forget, she went to Kongo, Kongo did not go to her and she should show what a good politically seasoned timber and calibre she is.

It is so easy to digress and say you "meant" the present President or this or that....the fact is, Hilliary IS the Secretary of State and as such any questions should be posed to her without recourse to expecting her to "channel" for anyone else. She responded as well as anyone could to such a lame questioning style.

It is so easy to digress and say you "meant" the present President or this or that....the fact is, Hilliary IS the Secretary of State and as such any questions should be posed to her without recourse to expecting her to "channel" for anyone else. She responded as well as anyone could to such a lame questioning style.

Outburst, you want outburst, I'll show you outburst. Hilary made the perfect response. If I were in that situation I would have done the same. The question was ridiculously insulting to a woman who has earned her elevation to such a prestigious and significant level in the US government.
It is high time that focus should be on what the woman says about the issues and not a reaction to and insult. I am sure this incredibly intelligent, well educated woman has an opinion.

I dont have a problem with her wording. Freedom of speech. Remember our rights people.

It would have been an appropriate question to ask what her husband thinks. She only has the job because of her, and primarily her husbands, promised support during the '08 campaign. She is just arrogant enough to believe that being a political whore makes her the most qualified. I'm not a fan of either of the Clintons but at least her husband didn't have to cherry pick a constituancy in order to win a congressional seat, which she obviously used as just a stepping stone to further herself. What a megalomaniac.

Well I would assume Bill was the Sec. of State after the whole North Korea trip and returning with the 2 journalist...Duh!!! Hilary needs to step it up and be more proactive in her position.

Enough of the cover up... The student couldn't remember Obama's name "the second comming of Africa" but he remembered Bill from over 8 years ago...

Folks, it does not seem to amaze me how quickly people are to throw stones. This is my opinion -

1. Could Her Honor Mrs. Clinton have used a little bit more tact in her answer, ABSOLUTELY! The position that she holds - and does a great job at, by the way! - demands tact and diplomacy at all times.

2. The males who have posted rather unfortunate and derogatory comments about females are certainly in need of some serious and immediate education which may just result in eye and mind opening on their part. There is absolutely, repeat absolutely no reason to believe that women are not as qualified as any man - given the opportunity to do so. In this day and age of enlightenment, it is clear that that enlightenement has not reached some males - be it through ignorance or plain and simple refusal to accept, I leave that to those males to determine. Maybe they were abandoned as babies by their mothers - or simply just did not have any! Shame on you!

3. The individual who commented on Africa being a sexist continent displayed shocking ignorance and a true lack of knowledge of the African Continent and it's varied people. How do you judge a continent of several people on the words of a single individual? Words which as we have all heard, were not spoken by one whose native tongue is English? Wake up people! This is just like the males who commented that Hilary's reaction is a clear indication of how all women act. Is education really that lacking? Take the opportunity to educate yourselves by reading. It's free you know.

4.I bet not one of the folks who have had derogatory things to say about Her Honor Hilary Clinton would have even a myopic inkling of what her position entails. I doubt, if cast in that position, none of them would know the first thing to do or even say. The Secreatary of State's position demands tact, diplomacy and a strong personality and character. Her Honor, Mrs. Clinton is an outstanding individual and continues to do a fabulous job!

Lastly, all in all, though again I say her reaction could have used a little more tact and diplomacy, her answer was dead-on straight and ABSOLUTELY CORRECT! (Note, I did not say her answer needed a little more tact and diplomacy - I said her REACTION did).

And for those who call this an outbust, please do take a chill pill and then review again. You may just surprise yourself.

Typical Hillary ! Just goes to show - she's no Condoleeza Rice. You need tact, reserve and a cool head for this job. And this was a Presidential wannabe ?

I thought the reporter was rude, as so many are today. Good response by Clinton.

Why are we talking about this,why was she in the congo?

Good for her! She took the correct stance.

Good for her! She took the correct stance.

I do believe she could have answered the question more professionally as in a manner in which she holds the position of secretary of state and therefore being a guest in another country she should've answered the question with more stature because let's face it she's representing our entire country and she should have been more discreet about her actions toward the young lady.Maybe next time or not she'll watch her choice of words.

I am embarrassed that she is our SoS. What a classless, undignified, unprofessional response. And why is she sitting at a Q&A in a foreign nation? That was not 'feisty,' that was bi*tchy plain and simple and demonstrates exactly why she got romped by a socialist black dude. JayJay, we can clearly see why YOU are not in politics if you think that her response was appropriate. However, when one willingly steps into the political arena, one should expect uncomfortable questions and be able to answer them with decorum, not act like she wants to get into a bar brawl. Obviously, HC can't stand the heat so it's time she left the kitchen.

Abu Dabu needs to go back to his third world country from which he came from. Apparently he is living where womens ideas and thoughts are null and void unless expressed thru their husbands...ie owners where he comes from.

HOT GHETTO MESS!
Are you serious?!?
I can't believe she had the nerve to respond that way while representing America in a foriegn country. That's just ignorant.
I have to agree with Rick, she is definitely no Condoleeza Rice...

As an aside to Carl ( and a few of the others above who must be infatuated with Mrs. Clinton )- you have mis-titled Mrs. Clinton as "Her Honor". Hillary's jaded past proves she doesn't know much of honor to deserve that title. Her correct title is "Madame Secretary".

I think she set the guy straight. Go girl!

Mrs. Clinton responded as any male Secretary of State would have responded.

The problem is that we still hate our women, if a man had made those remarks he would have been considered, let's see...
direct? strong? driven? forceful?

A woman making the same remarks a man would have made is crass, rude, etc., and unfortunately the worst adjectives come from other women.

The main reason we are so far behind the rest of the world and still do is because women are each other's worst enemies and actually assist men in their efforts to keep women "in their place".

We have a long way to go.

Hillary Clinton is an intelligent, strong and politically saavy woman and I feel it was an insult to ask her about Bill Clinton's opinion. I understand her reaction and frankly, glad she had the "balls" to respond accordingly. She has always shown class and strength in the past and now she has shown she is human. As silly as it sounds, I think that had she been standing behind a podium while responding, she would have sounded more respectful. I believe she will be our next president. I like Obama, but Clinton (Hillary) will be ready and right for us in about 3 1/2 years. Especially when it comes to health care. Kudos to you, Hillary, for being one tough cookie!

She is a major Twat...! Is she eager to declare her status as "Secretary of State" or what. Grow up bitch... Even if the poor guy in the Congo wanted to know what Bill's thoughts are on the subject and he was intentionally dissing you... you are a very high ranking official for the United States of America so behave that way. Do you feel a sense of power yelling at a Student? People seem to think it is great when a Government official blasts someone and loses their cool. How about she is a loose cannon. What if it was a really big issue with another head of state? Will she lose her cool then too? Maybe she feels she is more powerful than all of the other world leaders. I don't think this is cool at all.

Act proffesional...

They need a better translator if the questioner actually wanted the opinion of President Obama. Somebody needs to let them know that all prior Presidents still carry the title President. It should be a different title, but that is what it is now.

She had every right to speak as she did with the translation she got through the translator.

Good job girl, that was a complete lack of respect from his part!

I think Hillary was just a bit worn out. There's nothing too insulting about the way she answered that question and am sure the student asking the question did not see it any other way. When asked a potentially more slipperly question in Kenya -on this same Africa trip- about a gentleman in Kenya who had proposed to marry Chelsea, she was very tactful and won everybody's top marks.In my opinion she's a top diplomat, but this being her maiden forray in the international diplomacy profession, missteps are bound to be manifested. Kudos Mrs Clinton!

i have two words for her......PENIS ENVY

She might be menopausal because her reaction and outburst is out of line. It's not what she said, but the way she sad it. She could have calmly answered the question and said the same thing; just her pose need it to with grace.
I have always admired this lady, but today she let me down.

Stupid African

Mrs. Clinton did not have a clue on how to answer this question, and that was why she was so defensive. You all need to stop humiliating her and stop your coersive statement about her behavior.
Listen to the student's question again and follow her surprising reaction as she was not prepared.

You all make too much issue of nothing. She is a very smart lady that does a great job as SOS, and noone is perfect. If you believe that you are, you look for your utopia.
The clinton families are Great people and live them alone all of you, haters.

Come on guys - give her a break. Obviously there was a misunderstanding, perhaps cultural, of the fact that the Clintons' functions as professionals was distinct from their roles as individuals. The guy quizzing doesnt seem to have a grasp on that, and i believe she was quite appropriate in identifying the flawed context of the question - in that it was meant for the Sec or State. No low blows on manliness there. I believe she was appropriate. In fact, she would have been crucified for a different answer and perhaps branded as immature, stupid and incompetent. She did well. So then, maybe someone has vaginal envy.

First the oh-oh Russian gift. Now, the outburst in Congo. What gives Madam Secretary of State? Even if the question was misinterpreted or outright tasteless, you are on foreign soil and a diplomat. Act as one. Always.

You're not the first menopausal woman in office. So its utter nonsense to blame hormones for that shameful behavior.

It seems to me you and your husband need to clarify your roles! - private & public - so people are sure who's what.

Regardless, it's important that you leave your high-handed style at home when you're out there representing us.

How rude. This is why oir country is in trouble.

Hillary is nuts anyway and her response was rude, unprofessional and uncalled for. She must feel inferior or else she would not have answered in such a defensive way. Way to go to show your true colors Hill.

Hillary is nuts anyway and her response was rude, unprofessional and uncalled for. She must feel inferior or else she would not have answered in such a defensive way. Way to go to show your true colors Hill.

"The Question was about the world bank of interfering of Chinese Contract in Africa?
What did she think of her husband's thoughts on that issue"

What kind of question that was?

Is Mr. Clinton the world Bank, and How she is supposed to know what her Husband think?

It is a stupid politcal question.

I want some of you who pre-jugde her to state what you think that your husband think about the same question.

Again, stop the rumor, and it is bad for this country.

Any international organization has the obligation to provide good cosmopolitan interpreters, not dilettantes, or amateurs that can't even tell who the American Secretary of State is in 2009.
Mrs. Clinton is right to be annoyed at the host country; Congo should have provided not only good translators but those aware of international, in order to facilitate communication is their failure to take care of those fine details that is o be mostly blamed.

It just goes to show how little faith other countries have in this new Administration or should I say obomanation. And rightfully so! Obama has chossen people who can not handle questions without a pre-writen statement.

"The Question was about the world bank of interfering of Chinese Contract in Africa?
What did she think of her husband's thoughts on that issue"

What kind of question that was?

Is Mr. Clinton the world Bank, and How she is supposed to know what her Husband think?

It is a stupid politcal question.

I want some of you who pre-jugde her to state what you think that your husband think about the same question.

Again, stop the rumor, and it is bad for this country.

I certainly do not believe that Mrs. Clinton wants or needs anyone to "give her a break." In addition, there was nothing rude or inappropriate in her response to the question. She called it like she saw it.

It is nice to see Hillary being herself. It is her attitude that is the problem.

A beter way to say it would have been "My opinion as Secretary of State of the United States is xxxxx." You will need to ask Former President Bill Clinton about his views on this."

Isn't the role of the U.S. Secretary of State to be an ambassador to people of other nations and cultures?

Did she finally give her opinion on the question? I did not see the conference except for this clip.

WHAT A BITCH!!!

WHAT A BITCH!!!

HA HA HA Bill was the man! Everyone knows that Bill does a better job in whatever political situation he is in. Hilary is a jeaslous B**ch and obviously not very great in the sack. hahaha she deserves everything she gets!

It is nice to see Hillary being herself! It is her attitude that is the problem. It would have been better to respond "As Secretary of State for the United States, my opinion is xxxxx. You will need to ask former President Bill Clinton about his opinon." Isn't the role of the U.S. Secretary of State to be an ambassador to people of other nations or cultures? Did she finally answer his question?

I see nothing wrong with her response ...that was a stupid question...what does your husband think....sounds like a like a question a woman with poor self esteem would ask....

you all blow up every thing out of propotion, this is not a case about Obama selection on whom to serve this country.

These African were wise enough to come up with this question just to see which countries on their side since their eyes focus on Billions of Chinese investment.

you all blow up every thing out of propotion, this is not a case about Obama selection on whom to serve this country.

These African were wise enough to come up with this question just to see which countries on their side since their eyes focus on Billions of Chinese investment.

Wow, I can't believe how people are responding to this. If she were a man this wouldn't even be an issue. Could she have been more tactful? Yes, but so could most politicians.

I'm glad to see the way she is reacting as SOS.Can you imagine if she had been elected to the most powerfull position on the planet.Way to emotional,as are many men that have not suceeded to the office.It's not a gender issue,so don't try to slant it to become one.She not sophisticated enough to be a president.She's no Margaret Thatcher that's for sure.

I think most of you need to grow up. You call that rude and an outburst? Just like the young people in America today, you are all spoiled brats that thinks everyone should treat you like royalty. Hillary Clinton is trying to be strong and show people that she's not just a "woman". She's the Secretary of State. Why should she, who's in one of the highest position in America, be "polite" to people who does not respect her? She's right, she's the Secretary of State, she's present, and her opinion should be sufficient.

Bill Clinton is a hero. Hillary is a rude jealous old witch.

I obviously made a huge mistake picking this person for SOS. In fact, I think "SOS" is entirely appropriate now.

I wonder if Bill is interested in the job?

What an inappropriate time for Clinton v.2 to make a stand to defend her ego. The same information could have been conveyed in a positive light, but she's more concerned with making sure the world knows who wears the pants now in the Clinton family.

Thank you for misrepresenting all of America to the world. Great choice, Pres. O.

What's the problem? I do not believe she "over reacted" at all. Eventually we all have to grow up and get over ourselves. If you honestly think she over reacted then maybe it's time you grew up.

This African man was brilliant to ask such a question. Hillary's true side comes out. She is emotional, and weak. She is not strong enough to lead a kindergarten class much less the nation.

This African man was brilliant to ask such a question. Hillary's true nature comes out. She is emotional, and weak. She is not strong enough to lead a kindergarten class much less the nation.

She was very professional and I agree with how she handled it. She has earned on her own everything she has and deserves respect

Having been a media relations officer, I would think that Ms. Clinton could have been a little more gratious and not shown her posterier in public when she is representing me and my country. She has an obligation to represent the United States of America in its best light, not ramble on about her insecurity about her marriage in a public forum. Divorce court would be a better forum.

I can't stand Hillary - but her response was perfect.

What an asinine question.

Those of you think she responded inappropriately are probably men who would never be asked such an asinine question; you just don't get it.

Sounds like someone needs a bit more fiber in their diet. Don't forget, you were not the one that got the American reporters out of China, it was your husband...big d!ck Willie! I wouldn't worry about channeling anything about your husband because Monica took care of that issue a while ago.

I do not think that hillary would have responded so rudely if she would have been in the United States(she appeared to have very little respect and patience for the african people). I was ashamed of hillary's tone of voice, body language and attitude while addressing the crowd to that question. ( I don't think she wanted to be there answering questions to africans!)

Mrs.Clinton had every right to respond the way she did being a woman in her position she should stay on her toes besides if Bill was asked that same question do ya think he would of caught on. that question was intended to be a personal attack against Hillary when Bill was president who do u think was running the show behind every good man there is a good woman

she's just displaying her immature, arrogant self. no suprise here!

Hilary, your such a loser with no class at all!!!
Without your husband you'd be nothing more than a clerk managing 7/11. You are on a "power" trip women....grow up and be polite to people. You are suppose to represent america, you don't represent ME!!

SoS is a Diplomatic position. One would think that diplomacy might be in order for one in such a position. Her response showed no diplomacy, tact, or humility. Our SoS sounded like a cheap crack ho from the streets.

Hillary may have come of as a bitch to some but, I think she did great. As long as she answers the questions she'll be asked the questions,there has to be a stop put to it sometime.The world leaders can't see her as Pres. Clinton's wife but, Hillary Clinton the SOS of the US, and they and there crownies need the respect HER for that. Glad she finally put her foot down. And yes women are women's worst enemies,I don't know why but till that changes there will be no woman Pres. And the nasty twat comment was uncalled for, you need your mouth washed out and stop being so stupid.

grow up you old hag!!!!!! You make americans look bad

Hillary may have come of as a bitch to some but, I think she did great. As long as she answers the questions she'll be asked the questions,there has to be a stop put to it sometime.The world leaders can't see her as Pres. Clinton's wife but, Hillary Clinton the SOS of the US, and they and there crownies need the respect HER for that. Glad she finally put her foot down. And yes women are women's worst enemies,I don't know why but till that changes there will be no woman Pres. And the nasty twat comment was uncalled for, you need your mouth washed out and stop being so stupid.

Get RID of this cow already! Hilary in '12...Hahahahahahahaa.

I don't even think this is Hilary. It does not sound like her. If it is, I believe she responded correctly. This Intervierer knew exactly what she was asking, and believe Me I would not be happy if I had an important postition and my husband was retired, and someone asked me for HIS opinion.
Mr. Clinton has the situation under control and I respect her for all her hard and honest work. I love Obama, but for me its HIlary all the way!!!!!
Thank God he was smart enought to include her in his circle.

The student may have been misquoted which I really doubt, but it does not matter. She handled it ALL WRONG. It was a classless, thoughtless rebuttal & just re-enforces why most people overseas have a negative feeling for Americans. It's sad but she really didn't help our image.

She is representing the United States and should do so with a little more class. I do not care if it was a sexist remark or a misquote; she should not have reacted that way.

go! go! go! go! if a man would have been asked that question what do you think he would have said............... If most of you had it your way he would say............AT HOME COOKING CLEANING AND HAVING BABIES!!!!!!!!!

Hillary has no class. She is only being herself here, people. This does nothing to help the image of America that other countries have of us. The questioner was polite, she should have replied in the same way. I am embarassed for her and my country.

It saddens me to read that most Americans resort to sexist and racist and just plain angry remarks
when discussing anything to do with the Good Old USA. I know your angry that you days in the sun are over, but try and show a little class on the world front. Just ask yourselves, "why are the Americans hated so much all over the world and have been for many, many years. Look inward to solve the problems and not blame every one else in this whole wide world.

I don't like Hilary at all but I did like her response this time.

I think it was an appropriate answer to a stupid question.

I think it was an appropriate answer to a stupid question.

I don't think it was an outburst at all...she is the secretary of state (like she said) and not her husband. It was disrespectful of the man to ask her what "her husband thought".

It never surprises me the excuses that come up to excuse behavior that can only be described as rude. The question was legit, if not a little lazy, and she should have answered in a polite manner. Her husband is a former President of the United States, so I think his opinion may be of some interest to people around the world, and this will probably be the closest this questioner will ever get to him. The look she gives at the end (PUT YOU IN YOUR PLACE, DIDN'T I!) embarasses me as it should all Americans. EECH!!

So what was the answer to the very good question about the world bank's interference in his country? Lets forget the drama, lets get back to the issues! Answer the question about the world bank's interference!

I agree that H Clinton should have answered in a respectful tone, stating that she couldn't speak for her husband. As far back as Truman, interviewers have asked presidents what their wife thought, if she was actively involved in his administering the duties of his position. They asked Bill what Hilary's opinion was; asked Jack Kennedy what Jacquie thought. If she can't handle those kinds of questions without insulting the people in one of the countries we're trying to build good will with, why is she representing us?

I honestly think the student meant to say "Mrs. Clinton" but said Mr. Clinton instead. When you speak English as a second language it's very easy to mix up Mr. and Mrs. I've been in America for almost 20 years and I still have to stop and think if I should say Mr. or Mrs. It's confusing!... I believe the student got nervous and got the pronouns mixed up.

Very unprofessional "I am not gonna be channeling my husband" were her words! Not professional at all. Very sarcastic! She should have taken the question as a compliment. It's not like she doesn't consult with her husband(former U.S. President). I think she has a power issue. Still Bitter that she didn't win Presidential race.

Good thing she didn't become president. Sounds like a lot of hate and scorn still being held inside.

I'm a big H. Clinton supporter and would've voted for her for president had she made it that for but I gotta admit that came out very rude. She's representing a America so she could've handled that much better.

It is amazing how sexist our own country really is!!!!!!!!!! If it were a man, stating his position, he would be called self confident and forthright................but a woman, especially an older woman? No, we have to come up with some unrealistic reason why she is "pms..sssising"? or god forbid emotional? or possibly angry?

Everyone who posted something like this should take a good, hard look in the mirror!!!!! LOL

Mare

How uptight can you be, Mrs. Clinton?
It's not like you don't know the man in question nor dislike him....he is YOUR husband and a former President of YOUR country....for gosh sakes, get a grip. What a jerk...!

Mrs. Clintons temper tantrum is the most compelling reason as to why the U.S.of A can never allow a post menopausal woman have her finger on the button of a weapon of mass destruction.

I love her respon, and i"m glad she is not like rhe rice lady .ho i done eat rice now.

Her point of view was Right just maybe how it was expressed or came out was a bit tough could be a bit softer but that is partially forgivable given what these dignatiries face on trips of these types of open forums.

In a way, I can see this as a question she's probably been dodging her whole career, since he's always been in a "higher" political office than she. I'm surprised this type of question didn't come up on the campaign trail last year before the election, frankly. And I would have expected exactly the same type of answer. Justifiably. She kept it out of the campaign - presumably, the Clintons didn't want people to think he was orchestrating a puppet regime. She insisted on winning or losing the election on her own merits.

I don't think the White House press corps has to hide behind an "interpretation problem" defense -she was reminding the (apparently) sexist population that women in office are NOT puppets. As much as she's accomplished, personally and professionally in her lifetime, she had a right to be pissed.

You all just don't get it. There is nothing H. Clinton could do or say to make the rest of the world hate the USA less. One of the things that is realy hated, is the way you do not stand up for what is right or honest in your country. Case in point, some of you still think that Michael Vick should have a chance to play football again.
Don't you realize the rest of the free thinking world will not tolirate animal abuse of any kind???? or people abuse for that matter

So, the real SoS personality has come out. I'm sure there are other faces to come forward in the next few years. Don't be shocked America. Just wake up and study what is happening to this country. She's only the beginning of the many faces in the administration. She didn't have to be so rude and unprofessional to make her point.

First of all I don't like Hillary. With that being said I still think she acted like a spoiled brat. If I'm not mistaken, in that culture they value the male opinion moreso that the female. Hillary is in their country as a guest. She needs to put her big girl panties on and act like a grownup.

I would guess she probably spoke prior to the question/answer portion of her appearance? If so, she likely presented her views at that time. Given that she is not only secretary of state but also the former First Lady, it's not out of line for someone to ask her husband's views as past president of current circumstances, particularly given his reputation as a wonderful statesman.

In any event, the best way to respond to rudeness is with tact. She might have simply said, "I don't speak for the former President but I would be happy to share my views as Secretary of State if you are interested." This would put the other person in their place minus the rudeness.

I would guess she probably spoke prior to the question/answer portion of her appearance? If so, she likely presented her views at that time. Given that she is not only secretary of state but also the former First Lady, it's not out of line for someone to ask her husband's views as past president of current circumstances, particularly given his reputation as a wonderful statesman.

In any event, the best way to respond to rudeness is with tact. She might have simply said, "I don't speak for the former President but I would be happy to share my views as Secretary of State if you are interested." This would put the other person in their place minus the rudeness.

Very good, Hilary; it seems to me that whatever went on before this had something to do with her sharp tone. That wasn't an isolated comment; because she had the expression on her face that my mom has when someone has been pissing her off for a while. And by the way, Africans in general have a very matter-of-fact speaking tone that harbors no ill-will; the misogynists and Hilary haters need to finish their masturbatory celebration and dig back into their holes.

Hillary haters Go to he**....Go Hillary!

Oh god - Honest and Moral; I just read your comment and I have to agree. The whole world over women are treated as second class citizens and devalued for their accomplishments and struggles. It has to be infinitely frustrating to be a woman forging ahead in what is really, truly and completely still a man's world.Any woman who has posted a negative comment should hang her head in shame and turn in her ovaries. I'm reminded of the rigid stupidity of the children in my school in the 70s that didn't 'get' the fact that I was being raised by a single parent. The 70s!

Yes Hillary certainly handles pressure well and keeps her dignity and composure - damn shame she's not president right now. She's representing us wonderfully out there. I'm sure that act would win many allies and soften things up with the likes of North Korea, China, etc. She's clearly incensed that Obama will probably succeed where she failed in reforming healthcare. Was that a black person she was being a complete battle axe to (see Kate Gosselin)? B-I-T-C-H!

Wow. I cannot believe that my country, the good old USA is in the hands of idiots like Obama and Hillary. I'm an Independent. "Professional' politicians need to GO. We need caring, informed, leaders. Not 'Politians'. We all know the lawyer jokes. We cannot allow this country to be a laughing stock to the rest of the world.

What Hillary did is what the CLINTONS have done there whole life,instead of answering the question which she couldn't. She went on the attack to throw people off,and this time the college grad (unsuccessful at anything she tried to do on her own) such as Whitewater. Or deal with a husband that embarasses in front of the whole word(monica). Attacks a third world country student who is asking a question about the world bank(who her boss obama is a puppet for) that is cheating his country and family out of vital contracts. The CLINTONS were always arkansas white trash and still are.

Hillary did well. Why in the world would you ask one person about the opinion of another? We are all individuals....never assume that because of marriage, one can speak for the other. I do not think she had an "outburt". She was irritated and rightly so........SHE is the SoS and she needs to be assertive and honest. In this Q & A, she was both. Hillary was the only person seated (when I saw the video), therefore, I believe questions should be directed to her and not be asked about what other people would say or think! This student knew exactly what he was asking.....no mixup in translation. What does this student mean by being "misquoted"? This video recorded HIS question verbatim! There was no mistake! Good job, SoS!

Mrs. Clinton could have responded in a different manner.

I think that she was 100% correct. Her answer was what any person in her position would have said....period.

I feel she reacted in the very way I have! When some stupid man has talked down to a women like she is less. There have been times when even though I may have asked a question to some business man, only to have him answer my question to my husband. That is so annoying. At those times my husband has answered, she asked you not me! So what if she got p*ssed off.

Another scumbag liberal spamming out showing her true colors.