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Making McCain Look Small
I thought the Obama Show tonight was pretty well done. Who knows how many undecided voters actually tuned in to watch it, but those who did had to have noticed the contrast between the Obama campaign and that of his opponent. Obama's campaign is clearly about big issues. Whether or not you ...
Zogby International
zogby.com — UTICA, New York -- Republican John McCain made a small gain against Democrat Barack Obama and has... pulled back within the margin of error, now trailing Obama by five points, 49.1% to 44.1%, the latest Reuters/C-SPAN/Zogby daily tracking telephone poll ... (more) Zogby International
McCain Trusted More on Taxes and Economy
rasmussenreports.com — After several weeks of John McCain’s campaign attacks on Barack Obama’s tax plan and idea of “spreading... the wealth around”, the latest Rasmussen Reports national telephone survey finds voters trust McCain more than Obama on taxes, 47% to 45%. Two ... (more) McCain Trusted More on Taxes and Economy
McCain First, Second, And Always
McCain First, Second, And Always
tnr.com — One day in early March 1986, John McCain, an Arizona congressman, sat down to write a letter.... McCain had heard that a long-time friend and donor, Charles Keating, was upset for being listed as a member of McCain's campaign finance committee when a ... (more) McCain First, Second, And Always
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The case in 30 minutes
Political Animal — ... ." Nearly as interesting as what Obama said was what he didn't. The audience did not hear Obama utter the words "McCain," "Bush," or "Republican." There were no cheap shots, no pointed jabs, and really, no partisan remarks at all. Obama simply focused all of his attention on making the case for his agenda, highlighting the struggles of America's middle class, and telling voters what he wants to do. A.L. noted that it created quite a contrast: "Obama's campaign is clearly about big issues. Whether or not you agree with his policies or think he'll be able to do what he says, his ...

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