Obama to contradict Clark in speech

Posted: Monday, June 30, 2008 11:49 AM by Mark Murray

From NBC's Andrea Mitchell
Obama will talk about McCain's military record in his noon speech on "patriotism" in Independence, MO -- and contradict Wes Clark, without naming him.

VIDEO: Responding to criticism by retired Gen. Wesley Clark, John McCain says, "I'm proud of my record of service." Listen to his entire response.

Obama has frequently spoken of McCain's military record, but the campaign is making a point of it today in light of Clark's comments on Face the Nation (and similar remarks in recent weeks on Morning Joe) that "I don't think riding in a fighter plane and getting shot down is a qualification to be president".

Earlier today, on Morning Joe, Obama spokesman Robert Gibbs distanced the campaign from Gen. Clark's remarks.

*** UPDATE *** Here's a statement from Obama spokesman Bill Burton on Wes Clark's controversial comments about McCain's military service. "As he's said many times before, Senator Obama honors and respects Senator McCain's service, and of course he rejects yesterday's statement by General Clark."

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Obama is wrond to "distance himself from Clark1"
Clarks statements ring with wisodm!

rube ruiz , Tucson, AZ. (Sent Monday, June 30, 2008 12:28 PM)

There is much ado about nothing when it comes to McCain. Yes he and Barack are patriots. They demonstrate it without refute in their own ways. Patriotism is not the issue. Competency is the issue. McCain does not seem competent to be a president. His record does not show leadership, just typical Washington behavior. Obama seems to have an edge with competency. He is a fast track person and that comes from values, motivations, and judgement. Currently, McCain espouses proposals that do not provide solutions. Obama shares policy and vision that is more likely achievable and believeable.

Edward, VA (Sent Monday, June 30, 2008 12:29 PM)

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