Obama Challenges McCain to a Policy ‘Duel’ on Taxes

Presumptive Democratic nominee Barack Obama challenged his Republican opponent John McCain Wednesday to a ‘duel’ on taxes while touting his policies in a key swing state suffering from economic woes. “These anxieties seem to be growing with each passing day,” Obama told a crowd of over 1,500 inside a Springfield, Mo., high school gymnasium. “We can either choose a new direction for our economy or we can keep doing what we’ve been doing. My opponent, John McCain, thinks we’re on the right track. “I’m ready to duel John McCain on taxes right here, quick draw,” Obama said, comparing himself to western legend Wild Bill Hickock who once fought a duel in Springfield. The Illinois senator’s remarks elicited a few boos from the audience, as well as a quick response from McCain campaign spokesman, Tucker Bounds, who said he’s still waiting for a response on a previous proposal. “We offered a civil version of a ... (link)