McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

britt, CA — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:25:43 GMT

you dont have to visit iraq to know that its a failer

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Reality Check — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:25:49 GMT

When John McCain figures out the difference between Sunnis and Shiaas, THEN MAYBE he can talk about educating someone else. Until then, he sounds like a fool talking about educating anyone.

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Cindy Lou, TX — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:30:00 GMT

McCain is very condescending and dismissive of Obama, much like Bush has been dismissive of the American people who want to withdraw from Iraq. McCain is out of touch with the American people, not surprisingly, since he "takes a back seat to no one" in knowledge of war. He doesn't seem to understand that he serves at the request of the people who vote for him, not to satisfy a vendetta against all enemies.

McCain comes off like an angry dictator. I would be afraid if he were president.

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

AL, Ms — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:30:07 GMT

Mr. McCain is a very interesting person. I am proud of for his service like our many other veterans, but this idea of educating Mr. Obama is a wild excerption. Wasn't it McCain who did not know the difference between the Shiite and Sunni? And did he or did he not get corrected by Mr. Liebermann? This is terrible campaigning and he should no better than this.

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

obama drama — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:30:19 GMT

McCain knows more about Iraq than Obama. For Obama to keep just saying stupid things like getting out of Iraq within a 30-6 months is a false promise. If elected he will not keep that promise because he can not. We need to look and worry about our economy yes - put we better put our troops ahead of everything because thier lives are the ones who are in danger - not ours.

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Obama For President!! — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:31:52 GMT

McClain is definitely attacking Obama on his lack of military and Iraq experience. There is a reference to Obama's Military action in 8 out of 10 of his speeches.

Obama should take the time to go and visit Iraq and the soliders.

Question: Does anyone know how the majority of the U.S Soldiers feel toward Obama -vs- McClain?

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McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Sherri, Charleston WV — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:32:31 GMT

If John McCain is so informed and up to date on Iraq, he should fully realize where Barack Obama is coming from.........this war is a disaster, we need to get out, and we need to move to take care of our soldiers who are home and are coming home. To not sign on to the GI Bill because you're afraid soldiers will leave (after 3-4 brutal bloody tours) pretty much amounts to supporting your backside, not the troops. OBAMA 08

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

john mccain — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:36:07 GMT

yes keep the troops in iraq to bleed and suffer BUT DO NOT GIVE THEM ANY BENEFITS

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

The - Democrat Soldier — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:37:38 GMT

Its Obvious John McCain is going to try and force this issue upon the American people. I would say to the America people to watch out for more tapes, videos, transcripts’ of terror organizations and even a possible "terrorist attack" before the election.

John McCain has nothing else to run on ...and once again "fear" is going to be used by the GOP to try and scare the American people into electing him.

They have nothing else....John McCain is going to try and run this as if he's the boss and Barack Obama should accept any and all offers presented by him, but the bottom line is anything that John McCain offers Barack Obama is solely for John McCain's benefit.

There will be more "media blast" about Al Qaeda, Osama Bin Laden”. Terrorist groups, suddenly starting to raise up...events that will cause lives... John McCain will then have “talking points" about how he will tackle this, etc. It's already starting to break -

Check out CBS website. It is beginning to happen...NO MATTER WHAT AMERICA we can not let the GOP inject fear into our hearts. So they can continue their flawed agendas...

Thanks you and GOD bless America

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Billeedee, Michigan — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:38:07 GMT

When Sen. Obama travels to Iraq he certainly doesn't need Sen. McCain in tow. These two candidates view of Iraq is quite different. Furthermore, I'm sure Sen. Obama is well versed and knowledgeable in this area. He knows the difference between Sunni and Shia, something Mr. McCain doesn't seem to know.

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Lisa, New Britain, CT 06053 Obama our NEXT President — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:40:34 GMT

In the news coverage I heard this weekend, McCain sounded extremely patronizing. Not very flattering (for McCain) at all.

Marginalizing the other candidate is a VERY risky strategy. How many of us felt the disdain from Cheney when he answered "So?" when told that most Americans don't support the war in that interview.

It is problematic to think that only you have all the answers, that only you know what's best for the Country.

There is a danger in thinking that you are the expert...its called (by me now) "George Bush-think". Its when you don't listen to reasoned opposition and you do what you want to do even as it proves to be the wrong thing to do and you behave this same way over and over.

We had this with Bush, its why we are where we are. We don't want to be hear and there is no evidence to suggest that McCain would take us somewhere else.

He appears to patronize and marginalize Obama just as Bush did to all of us.

Not good.

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Lisa, New Britain, CT 06053 Obama our NEXT President — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:42:13 GMT

And just when ARE we going to talk about the economy Sen. McCain? Oh that's right, deflect, deflect, deflect, because we know you don't understand the economy. Don't worry, not that that's important to any of us who don't have your wives millions or anything.

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

sotiredofignorance — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:45:05 GMT

McCain wants to stay in Iraq for how long? Ahhh yes, when he gets challenged he changes it. The lack of understanding he demonstrates is appalling.

And what about those vet benefits John?

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

boogeyman, mamaroneck, ny — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:46:46 GMT

Why are we in Iraq for, in the first place? Can someone please give me an answer, that includes you, Mr. McCain.

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Eric, Salinas, CA — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:48:07 GMT

Yep the repugnant ones are trying to make national security the big issue because they've fooled too many that they are better at it than the Democrats yet the reality shows us that it's a false assertion.

The repugnant ones don't dare talk about the economy, but Barack would be smart to dust off the old "It's the Economy Stupid" slogan and beat "Economics Flunky" McCain over the head with how poorly his party has wrecked our economy.

Go Obama 08/12!

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

BJ, CA — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:50:18 GMT

McShame made a comment that being a Veteran makes him more qualified to judge what that administration
needs...I'm a veteran and I don't have a clue about the needs of veterans unless I did months of study...
McShame rattles off half baked truths about things and we don't see even any data about those issues..?

I'm confused..OH Yeah...Emotions talking not reality..Lessons from the Billary campaign...

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

David — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:51:01 GMT

Obama doesn't have a clue about dealing with foreign policy or the war-that's why he won't show up in Iraq-he's a light-weight the caliber of Jimmy Carter-electing this guy would be a disaster for the US on the world stage. It's funny that the media and democrats don't want to talk about Iraq when things are relatively quiet and progressing.

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Michelle Zee, McBush why did you not sign the GI Bill! — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:51:42 GMT

McCain is not ready and he is not change, probably change his depends.

He is a farce that did not sign the GI BIll, but he wants our service members to fight his war.

What a joke! I just can't see a McCain presidency, without the world laughing us right out of history.

what a joke and shame on any one who pulls the lever for him and Bush again.

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Rick, NC — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:52:28 GMT

Look for the bushleaguers and mccain to move the scorecard on Iraq to show more "success"...all mcsame has is to scare the heck out of enough dummies so they'll vote for him... he and the reprehensibles have nothing to offer America except fear and more fear...

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

donna — Tue, 27 May 2008 13:58:52 GMT

What does winning have to do with Iraq at this point?

We invaded that soveriegn nation looking for weapons of mass destruction, so the lie went. We did not find them. The only rational course would be to come home, right?

We captured, and, tried, and participated in Saddam's excecution, right?

What in G-D's name defines winning to McWin?

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Dave, Tn — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:02:16 GMT

The RNC really should talk about the economy. They should point out how bad things are in states democrats control. How they are losing tax base because the party of "say yes to everyone" ends up screwing the people they claim to care about. They could make an ad called Locust and ask what happens when there are no states left to escape to?

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Obama can beat McCain in November .... — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:08:22 GMT

OBAMA CAN BEAT MCCAIN WITHOUT SUPPORT FROM HILLARY'S SELFISH & JUVENILE MEMBERS OF THE "HILLARY WHINE CLUB".
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McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Michelle Zee — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:10:45 GMT

David (Sent Tuesday, May 27, 2008 9:51 AM)

Earth to David, Earth to David! Sorry, he is too far gone, David is out of range!

Since you are a Bush policy pusher, maybe you can tell us where are those WMD's? Gotta love that spin!

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

John B, Des Moines, IA — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:14:35 GMT

Let him talk about the war, an issue he ALSO loses, while Obama talks about the entire spectrum of problems facing the nation. It's the best way to fail even faster.

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

obama 08 — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:18:22 GMT

"Sure, it would be fine," he said of a proposed trip to the region together. "I go back every few months because things are changing in Iraq," he said. "I would also seize the opportunity to educate Sen. Obama along the way."
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Hahahahahahahahah.

Is John McBush for real?

He is going to educate Obama how? By telling him that the Iraq war is a good idea? By showing him just how great things are going? By explaining the difference between Sunnis and Shiaas? He better hope Leiberman goes along with him to whisper in his ear.

Maybe he will also educate Obama on how Putin is the "president of Germany".

Hahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahahah!!!

Sorry Old Man McBush, but that is just tooooooooooooo funny!!!

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Diane from Illinois — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:23:18 GMT

Obama needs to challenge McFossil into defining "win". Bush could never define it and neither will McCain be able to. The definition doesn't exist. The Republican play book of "fear" is NOT going to work this year. If the best they've got to put up is a 72 year old 2 war monger, then they better get use to saying President Barack Obama.

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Please stop drinking the Kool-aid — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:27:06 GMT

Michelle Zee~

David is correct. Obama has no experience!

What has he done besides learn from his minister how to speak well in public.

The MSM has painted him the presumptive nominee and yet...Hillary is still close in nearly ever poll and actually ahead in some.

There is not enough time (and likely never would have been) for him to identify with the average america...that he needs to win in November.

I have asked before and will again...where have you people been the last 20 years of election seasons? the GOP will destroy him...anyone seen the link between Axelrod and ASK yet...so much for no lobbyist connection.

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

100% Confidence in Obama — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:28:55 GMT

McCain's name-calling tactics are not going to cut it in this election. I have firm confidence in Senator Obama to lead this nation in foreign policy and domestic policy. Go ahead with your stupid swift-boating. They are so ridiculous and exaggerated that I can't wait for YouTube to get ahold of them. Different playing field fellows.

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ya know — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:29:17 GMT

David...

the president has been in the oval office for seven and a half years and you'd try to argue that his policy (which is identical to McNoodles) is.... WORKING????

I suppose you'd argue that the position both McDoodle and Bush take on our economy is good as well?

Please spare us all the rhetoric about Obama's lack of experience because even that would be better than the position the bopsie twins have and will implement!

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Zazu — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:30:47 GMT

Leaving Iraq is not a defeat but smart! The world has witnessed our incompetence and persisting in it and thosuands more of Iraqi civilians and our own soldiers for NOTHING is not going to earn us anybody's respect! Even our allies are tolerating us and we should not mistake that for their support!

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Can It Get Any Sillier — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:32:11 GMT

I don't think someone who can't discern between Shiite and Sunnis without Liberman there to save him when the teleprompter fails after 5 years at war is in any position to "teach" Sen. Obama anything. LOL

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Steve A Jonesboro IN — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:32:15 GMT

Mccain should go to Iraq, and take lieberman with him. Maybe lieberman could educate mccain on a few things. Actually, maybe they should just stay there and run for president and VP of Iraq!

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Raj — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:34:13 GMT

McCain has years of dedicated service to the United States, in the battlefield, in prison and in the Senate. Anybody comparing that kind of service to that of a nobody with a big mouth like Obama is indeed apt for raising eyebrows. If Americans have such disdain for its heros, then there is nothing good left about America and Americans.

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ya know — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:37:23 GMT

Dave...

The RNC should talk about the economy??? Democratic states?? Are you talking about states like WV, KY, and the southeast region? This president, his cronies and doorknobs like McCain voted for this surge... a war that is costing the USA 12 billion dollars per month, plus numerous lives.

To attempt to place the blame on local, state government is idiotic. Our economy is going to hell in a handbasket because people like you are totally clueless and have your head shoved so far up Bushs arse to even realize these failed policies are eroding our middle class.

I'd like you and your kind to go out on a limb and try to explain how corporations are growing by leaps and bounds and the average family has lost 1000 per month due to inflation and the value of our dollar!

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

jbentley, CHicago, IL — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:38:44 GMT

If John McCain is such a froeign policy genius, then why did he sign on to George Bush's disastrous decision to invade Iraq? Why did he not understand how expensive and costly it would be in lives and in treasure? Why did he not understand or foresee the most obvious consequence of our invasion and occupation of a major Arab country, namely that it would unleash extremely violent ethnic and sectarian violence and attract elements of Al Qaeda and other terrorist organizations into an extremely combustible and volatile situation? Why does he not understand that America cannot occupy Iraq for 100 years the way we maintain a presence in Korea and Germany, because as long as their are American troops in Iraq, there will be casualties and bloodshed? If he's such a foreign policy genius, why does he not understand and admit that this awful and unnecessary war that he supported has only strengthened the crazies in Iran and expanded their sphere of influence in region?

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

JP, milltown, nj — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:39:33 GMT

win? win? mcnut still thinks we can win?

how can any non-dyed-in-the-wool republican take this guy seriously?

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Class warrior, D.C. — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:40:10 GMT

Obama; don't get sucked into silly argument with GI John. Set the agenda, don't just follow his! Make him explain why he has NO new ideas on the slumping economy except to do more of the same. Don't let Mccant get away with this!

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MIROW,DENVER,COLORADO — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:41:00 GMT

maccain for some reason should be a comedian..
no seriously ,he is talking about winning ,but my question is was this war about winning or finding mass desrtuction weapons...america the world will definetly laugh at your sorry ass..coz mccain is using the same tricks bush used...and that is ''FEAR''!!!

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MI Chick — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:41:40 GMT

If this dang Dem race was over than he COULD visit Iraq, just as Johnny boy did after he won HIS nom.

He's already in a war with the Clinton Regime! LOL.

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JOE GA — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:43:02 GMT

AS A FORMER VET. (VIET NAM) MR MCCAIN HAS A LOT OF EXPLAINING TO DO ABOUT IRAQ. HE IS GWH BUSH CLONE.

FIRST OF ALL SO WHAT HE HAS BEEN OVER THERE SO MANY TIME MOST CANT COUNT, BUT HE IS GUARDED BY OVER 100 MILITARY PERSONNEL AND IM NOT SURE HOW MANY GUN SHIPS FLYING OVERHEAD. HE IS SO PROTECTED AND ONLY GOES TO SECURED AREAS. HE NEVER SEES WHAT REALLY GOING ON IN IRAQ. HE ONLY KNOWS THE MILITARY TELLS HIM. 57 WERE KILLED LAST MONTH AND THATS THE HIGHEST TOTAL IN A FEW MONTHS DOESNT SOUND LIKE THE SERGE IS WORKING ALL THAT WELL

READ IN THE PAPER THIS MORNING THAT THERE IS NO WAY TO TELL HOW MANY HAVE DIED SINCE THE SERGE STARTED BECAUSE THERE ARE NO PICTURES OF THE BODIES BROUGHT BACK BECAUSE THEY BRING THEM IN TO DOVER AFB IN THE DEAD OF NIGHT AND WITH NO REPORTERS THERE.

SO DONT BELIEVE EVERYTHING YOU READ FROM THIS GOVERNMENT ABOUT THE SERGE BECAUSE THEY HAVENT TOLD THE TRUTH ABOUT MUCH WHEN IT COMES TO THIS WAR. FROM THE START OF THE IRAQ WAR WHEN VICTORY WAS DECLARED ON THE AIRCRAFTCARRIER THAT BUSH LANDED ON TO THE SERGE. THIS GOVERNMENT HAVED LIED ALL ALONG.

IF YOU WANT A PRESIDENT THAT IS A WAR MONGER THEN VOTE FOR JOHN MC CAIN. HE IS THE BEST FOR THIS COUNTRY BUT NOT FOR ITS VETS.

WHEN I CAME BACK FROM VIET NAM I WAS GIVEN 4 YEARS OF PAID COLLEGE AND A HOUSING ALLOWANCE AND I COULD BUY A HOUSE AFTER SERVING 4 YEARS 2 MONTHS 26 DAYS IN THE SERVICE. JOHN MC CAIN DOESNT WANT TO GET VETS LIKE ME VERY MUCH ON RETURNING FROM A WAR THAT KILLS SO MANY OF OUR YOUNG MEN AND WOMEN. HE WANTS LIFERS TO GET ALL THE GOODIES AND NOT ANYONE ELSE.

RECURTERS HAVE LIED TO RECRUTES FROM THE FIRST TIME THEY WALK IN THE DOOR. RECURTERS PROMISE THESE YOUNG PEOPLE THE MOON TO GET THEM TO JOIN AND WHAT DO THEY GET? VERY LITTLE IF ANYTHING.

SO THE STRAIGHT TALKING MC CAIN HAS LIED AGAIN TO THE HEART OF OUR YOUNG VETS.

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Just words... Wright? — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:46:08 GMT

Oh, I am waiting to see the best of the best of Rev. Wright and William Ayers!!

This ought to be good! A decorated war hero vs. "typical white, small town, bible clinging, gun totting, antipathy toward others who are not them"

ALL LIVE right on your T.V.'s

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Todd, Baltimore, MD — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:46:37 GMT

"you dont have to visit iraq to know that its a failer"

Checking your spelling and punctuation might be a good way to not torpedo your own argument.

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Pacheck, Huntington Beach, Ca. — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:46:59 GMT

Not another ounce of energy should be spent on prolongong the occupation of Iraq or Afganistan. There is nothing to win. Nothing will ever change. John McCain is exactly like bush. War to them is only an opportunity to make money and wield power. The economy, the rape by the oil companies, the corruption of government. There are topics of more importance to the people of the U.S.

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rmh — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:49:09 GMT

Would McCain take the opportunity to walk through a Baghdad market (as he did during a recent Iraq visit) with a flak jacket on, protected by soldiers, sharpshooters, and helicopter gunships, then claim that parts of Baghdad are as safe as the United States? Does he honestly think he has any credibility on Iraq after absurd statements like that one?

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Greg Hoo, Pinecrest Florida — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:51:04 GMT

Obama is unprepared and uninformed. couldn't be president. he has already flip-flopped on his "no precondition" negotiation with rogue nation stance as well as the "immediate withdrawal" from Iraq stance. these were ridiculous and unrealistic propositions which were laughable at best.

how any educated informed individuals could vote for Obama is beyond me. are you all blind or just full of idealistic hope without realistic foundations?

hope you all wake up from the obama stupor and realize that he is not the one.

John Mccain you are the only logical choice. You have been under the greatest stress that a human can be under by being a pow. you have demonstrated your honor and self sacrifice in that situation and have served as Congressman for quite some time. I personally feel that despite some differences you are the most qualified for the position.

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Rose — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:53:39 GMT

David -- since things in Iraq are "relatively quiet and progressing," why don't you sign up to go over there, wear the military uniform, and help out your fellow Americans? If you're too old to go, how about sending your son or daughter (or both)? If Iraq is making as much progress as you claim, then you shouldn't have to worry about getting burned beyond recognition, killed, brain damaged by an IED, paralyzed, or having one of your limbs blown off. McCain'll love you for your service, too. Thanks, David!

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

RuthieM — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:54:36 GMT

Obama needs to stop being coy and bring out everything about Iraq: The lie. We must always remember it all started with a LIE. The deaths of Americans. The deaths of Iraqis. The American military suicides from Iraq. The destruction of a beautiful country. The fact that McCain wants to continue with this LIE and it will only get worse. He says we are 'winning'. What is 'winning'? What is his criteria. You cannot win a lie, no matter what you do, it's still a lie, you can only cover it up and make it look like it wasn't a lie by pouring good over the bad but the ill will always come to surface because it wasn't started right in the first place. Obama needs to keep repeating this again and again, because Americans have short memories. He needs to keep reminding us we need to stop this mess in Iraq and we need to bring our troops home and get our military strong again and ready again, for a legitimate war, if ever need be!!

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jackie Baltimore,Maryland — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:55:06 GMT

Senator Obama will prove that he worthy of the nod for presidency. He's already held his own against one republican runnung agsinst Hillary good luck

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grandpaw, Denver, Colorado — Tue, 27 May 2008 15:00:34 GMT

The idea that a person could really find out what is going on in Iraq by spending a few days there is silly. Particularly when those few days are spent in the isolated environment that would exist for two candidates for president. But there are many people who have spent a great deal more time there than McCain who support what Obama is saying. Many people at least as experienced as McCain. I know that "highly experienced" Cheney and Rumsfeld spent a little time there. So did that help?

It's ridiculous to say that a person has made a certain judgment because of inexperience when many experienced people have made the same judgment.

It's not experience we need, but judgment.

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Jeff Edwards — Tue, 27 May 2008 15:01:14 GMT

Issue number 1 is the ecomony stupid.
Mccain has no clue.

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

coninPA — Tue, 27 May 2008 15:11:18 GMT

EXPERIENCE MATTERS????

DICK CHENEY FOR PRESIDENT!!!!

McCain vs. Obama: A glimpse of the fall

Bruce St. Helens, OR — Tue, 27 May 2008 15:11:56 GMT

Rather than go to Iraq to meet with all of the Generals, Obama would be better served by going to Walter Reed Hospital and meet with the grunts who really know what's going on.

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Dave S, Fayetteville, NC — Tue, 27 May 2008 15:20:14 GMT

First of all, which one of the millions of armchair quarterbacks can tell the difference between Sunni and Shiite? Really? What does it matter? They are fighting and we are in the middle of it. If you remember the last SOU address "we are protecting our vital interests". Straight from the horses mouth. OIL!

This whole 'pull out of Iraq' is like a tug of war between two dogs. Once we let go of the rope, the other one is going to go crashing back and very quickly come running up on us looking for more. Regardless of why we are in this fight, we have to be smart about how we get out. We can't just let go like all of you want.

And as a two time Iraq veteran, I ask that no more VIPs come over to 'visit'. More security and resources go into protecting and transporting those people than the actual effort over there. The money spent on the 'VIP' visits could go towards paying us a bit more than the pitiful 'hazardous duty pay'. Unless of course you want to send more cheerleaders and maybe some Hooters girls.

And the economy... War is business... Business is booming... and we are buying into it. If you were a monster Oil Tycoon would you slash your profits because most of the population doesn't know how to budget their money? If you don't like the gas prices, don't buy as much gas. If we all bought less gas, production would slow, demand would drop and prices would have to fall. But no... we get more help from the government to change our TVs to digital than we do in changing what really matters.

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Joe Brown — Tue, 27 May 2008 15:29:26 GMT

As a retired Army Sergeant Major, I found it John McCain's campaigning during his Memorial Day speech quite offensive. That is not the time or place for his retoric. I admit I am an Obama supporter but I would have felt the same way if I wasn't. Would Senator McCain have talked up a legislative bill during a Memorial Day speech had he not been running for President?

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Enrique, Chicago — Tue, 27 May 2008 15:32:07 GMT

Does McCain want to go to Iraq to look for the WMD that Bush and Cheney told us were there?