McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Junior Samples — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:42:29 GMT

It's an all out offensive by McCain/Palin today on Obama! Is Obama going to fight back, or is he just going to give interviews to George Stephenopolis on the set of Hee-Haw?

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Libratine — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:42:55 GMT

Boy McCain you and Bush are sure in each others pockets ratcheting up the intesity: ABCNEWS Bush Cancels Civilian Nuclear Deal With Russia

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

anita preer, boston MA — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:43:03 GMT

Keep Keith and Chris --get rid of Dick Gregory and Pat Buchanan, we have to have SOME news that is not 100% pro republican. Why not get rid of Joe Scarborough - he was the one who was drunk and fighting with Schuster. If KO goes, I go, from MSNBC and so will his millions of viewers.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

A Charles, LA, CA — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:43:32 GMT

Not a word about Palin's gaffe on Fannie/Freddie?

You wonder why the dems always lose.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

NC Decided 4 Change "Real" — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:44:09 GMT

Palin's first big Gaffe: She stated on Sunday that Fannie Mae and Freddie were getting too big for taxpayers. ?? Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac were private companies that are now being steered by the U.S. Government. A govenor should know that.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/09/08/palin-makes-her-first-gaf_n_124792.html

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Nashville_fan — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:44:26 GMT

Why does the media continue to participate in this false framing of the issue? Why is "bucking" your party a good thing necessarily? What if your party is right?

I'll put the record of the Democratic party for the last 16 years up against the record of the Republican party ANYDAY.

The Republican party has had FREE REIGN to implement their economic and foreign policy ideas, and we are reaping what they have sown now:

- a mortgage meltdown
- fossil fuel dependence
- mistrust of governement
- sky high national deficit
- thousands of dead and maimed soldiers in Iraq,
- substandard care for military veterans
- sky high health care costs
- the politicization of the Justice department
- widespread corruption and cronyism

and the list goes on and on.

There is a party that needs "bucking", and that is the REPUBLICAN PARTY. How many times will America fall for their lies?

Not this time.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Libratine — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:45:19 GMT

Rachel Maddow calls LIES LIES and Keith Olbermann is right!!!!!!

Americans should be INSULTED and APPALLED by Senator McCain pandering to fear by deliberately selecting 9/11 imagery to further his political career. To be blunt, how many of the thousands of victims (republicans, democrats or independents) are rolling over in their graves because their legacy, decided by McCain, should constitute a YES vote for HIM? Friends, families and all Americans should collectively PUSHBACK such deplorable injustice, pretense and political opportunism. There is no HONOR to be found in Senator McCain’s Campaign endeavor, only GREED. John McCain doesn't “get it” and I'd like to say that's besides the point, but it isn’t.

You must agree that no matter your political predisposition, one thing should be obvious by now: callous, disrespectful and un-classy is not Senator Obama's style.

Think rationally now, just WHO is John McCain pandering to?

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Treena, NJ — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:45:39 GMT

And what does McCain know about small towns. Oh and by the way, how about that celebrity image. Oh right, it's only negative if it's a Democrat. Palin being a celebrity is a good thing. It's negative for Obama, right.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

bill, okla — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:45:52 GMT

Careful grandpa, you're drooling. I'm bitter that someone involved in Charles Keating's scam on so many Americans can even be running for president.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Frank, KC Missouri — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:46:03 GMT

Somebody woke up McCain ? I thought he enjoyed the second place on his/her ticket.
I'd think it would be useful to hear some substance from them instead of the usual hate stump written by the Bush empire.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Independent Voter In Los Angeles — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:46:05 GMT

September 26tha and October 2nd can't get here fast enough for me.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Anne, Orlando, FL — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:46:23 GMT

Where's the coverage of the Clinton event in Florida today? Two back to back articles on McCain-Palin...nothing on appearances by Democrats or responses by Democrats.

Maybe those in charge of your political coverage shouldn't have ties to the McCain camp? Ah, but Keith Olbermann and Chris Matthews were too divisive? Riiiiiggghhht.

Oh, and by the way Chuck, North Carolina is within 5%, your supposed determination for for what defines a 'toss up' state, yet it remained red in your calculations this morning...

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Punxsutawney Phil — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:47:06 GMT

Yup, Obama wants to increase military spending, lower taxes, extend the powers of the Patriot act, make abortion illegal, strengthen our borders against illegal aliens, finally get the Robert Bork appointment to the SC completed, and go to a nice church everyday.

What a phony.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

jaycee, Ventura, CA — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:48:43 GMT

Ah, John. I suppose the Palin pick was bucking your Party? No, that would have been the choice you wanted to make in Joe Lieberman. In fact, you caved big time and catered to the Right, as you have been doing all through this election cycle. You and Sarah are both wrong for America.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

New Independent — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:48:49 GMT

Most Americans are certainly NOT like Palin and her religious right conservative beliefs, or McCain and his 7 or so houses! Why don't you start telling us what you are going to do for us McCain instead of just attacking Obama.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Rodham Democrat — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:49:22 GMT

Actually, Sen. Obama has said he would send our troops into Afghanistan to eliminate al Qaeda, and would attack Iran if they continued their quest of developing nuclear (new-clear) weapons.

Why isn't Sen. McCain talking about domestic issues, like the economy? It'd be nice to know where he stands instead of being a "war candidate."

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Tom Kaye — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:49:51 GMT

<Catering to the Left is "wrong for America," McCain said>

Sorta like him catering to the right?

What a hypocrit.

This from the guy who once opposed the "agents of intolerance" . . . who said he would run a respectful campaign . . . who wanted Lieberman but caved in to the extreme right and "picked" Palin.

Oh yeah . . . talk about catering!

And American really needs the Palins' values?

Help us Lord!

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

DV, CA — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:50:24 GMT

McCain is the LAST person to comment on someone's blind allegiance to a party. You can almost see Rove's lips move when McCain and Palin talk.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Think for a change, NJ — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:50:37 GMT

Not only does Senator Obama want to cut military spending, he wants to cut NASA funding. Our space program generates thousands of high paying, high tech jobs, not to mention thousands of jobs for suppliers, and generates enthusiasm for the kinds of science college majors that we need.Anecdotally, my husband majored in Chemical Engineering in college, and is a member of several engineering honor societies; his interest in this discipline was sparked as young boy by the first moon missions. Although he did not enter the space program, it was that that propelled him into his career. WE NEED MORE SCIENTISTS! Cutting NASA to balance the budget is like shorting your mortgage payment so you have more movie money.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Michelle Zee, Lady Pitbull for Obama/ Biden! — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:51:54 GMT

Bitter v. Bitter.

At least we weren't called whiners...
McOnMyLastNerve is really not in touch with the American people and he bucked his party in 2000, but he has been towing the line every since then...try 90% of the time.

Has McCrazy really viewed our economy?
Clinging to guns and religion.
Well I am clinging to my gun, because some of the desperate people without jobs are stealing and breaking into homes. I was a victim...the deputy told me it was best I have a gun.
I am definitely clinging to religion so this economy and the people of the great nation can go back to normacy without rethuglican rule.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Wind River — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:52:23 GMT

McCains hitting on all cylinders now. Obamas still trying to get his windmill started.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

KMF — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:52:49 GMT

The only reason I will click on msnbc.com from now on is to check my email. Your reporting on the campaign is remarkably "unfair and unbalanced".

I guess Obama, Biden, Clinton et al have been sitting home eating bon bons today, right?

Since I cannot find out what is happening on BOTH sides, I'll take my business to someplace that will tell me.

bu-bye msnbc

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Robert Drape — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:52:54 GMT

Sweet. McCain's lying again. Glad to hear him cozying up to the people he used to call "agents of intolerance."

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

A Charles, LA, CA — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:53:00 GMT

I hope I don't sound like a nut job, but this Palin gaffe is huge. She doesn't know foreign affairs, that's fine, she's a governor. BUT if she doesn't understand key economic concepts, then how is she qualified at such a crucial time??? This is huge. 2 idiots on the economy after having Bush, no way, no how.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

bernadette, harrisburg, pa — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:54:17 GMT

How about McCain/Palin discussing how they want to keep the Bush tax cuts for the wealthy, don't favor universal healthcare, Palin does not believe in global warming and opposes abortion even in cases of incest and rape; of how McCain voted for Bush policies 90% of the time and Palin was for the bridge to nowhere and took special federal handouts while mayor and governor - They are the 'no change' 'no maverick' ticket.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Laurie — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:54:50 GMT

Why don't you spend some time covering and reporting on Palin's gaffes? Isn't this what you are supposed to do? Check out http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/09/08/palin-makes-her-first-gaf_n_124792.html

Have all of you at the MSM fallen prey to the GOP's attacks on the media? Are you now cowering? Do your job. Thanks.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Lisa, SF — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:55:15 GMT

WOW - a couple of speeches and now McCain says he is bucking his party. When he voted with Bush 90% of the time. Doesn't make sense to me. He is not the maverick he used to be. Wake up America - if anything happens to him then Sarah Palin takes over without any experience, foreign policy knowledge and the McCain group is giving her domestic issues revamping from his campaign. This is just stupid. Why would I want to vote for them.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

You're doing great! — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:55:16 GMT

Ah, another Republican lobbyist nailed to the Abramoff wall! Go Repugs...

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Barb, LA — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:55:25 GMT

Why no story about McCain's son's involvement in a bank that was seized by the feds on FRIDAY. We sure heard about Joe Biden's son plenty last week.

WHY WON'T THE MEDIA DO THEIR JOB??? WHY IS IT THAT ALL WE HEAR ARE MCCAIN CAMPAIGN TALKING POINTS.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Jen,MI — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:55:35 GMT

Well.. Palin video of her speech at the June "Masters of Commission" graduation at Wasilla's Assemblies of God Church has finally hit the mainstream media...judge for yourself and then let's talk.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Joe Davison, Kingsportk TN — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:55:52 GMT

I finally applaud the action of MSNBC in removing Matthews and Oberman from the political anchor. these two were bitter, angry, and vile and it spewed all over the TV. I know daviDavid Gregory will be less partial and we will watch MSNBC more.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Suzy Ord — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:55:52 GMT

Obama once used the Republicans rest room. If that's working with the other side, I don't know what is.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Sharon — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:55:57 GMT

I've been listening to Obama talk about increasing troop strength for almost two years. Can McCain's lies about Obama be intentional, or is this man senile? Either way, I will do my best to keep him far away from the White House.

And by the way, are you going to cover Sarah Palin's first effort to be weaned from the teleprompter? She told a Colorado crowd that Fannie May and Freddie Mac have "gotten too big and cost the taxpayers too much". They are private enterprises not funded by the taxpayers.

There is too much at stake to vote for such an incapable VP when you have a 72 y/o four time cancer survivor.

Not this time.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

B, New Jersey — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:56:09 GMT

McCain is trying to compare Palin to Obama, because he has conceded that when it is McCain against Obama, McCain loses.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Matt, Las Vegas, NV — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:56:16 GMT

A big part of the reason the world is more dangerous is because of Bush/McCain invading Iraq for NO GOOD REASON!

We can talk about the surge all day, but who had the judgement to invade Iraq, and who had the judgement NOT to?!

Obama was right from the start, and the surge should have never happened, because we should not have invaded Iraq. DUH!!!!!

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Lynn — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:56:17 GMT

You don't have to 'buck your party' if your party is the only one with the good ideas!

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Jim — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:56:22 GMT

I can't wait until this election is over. I can't take it anymore. If Americans are stupid enough to vote McCain, we get every harmful, sad consequence that will come our way in the next 4 years; we have no one to blame but the ignorant American people.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Tamarac, FL — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:56:58 GMT

What a nut case. Who's running for president here McCain or "the Palins' values"

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Marcel, Las Vegas, NV — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:57:07 GMT

90% of the time McCain voted with GWB! I for on will never vote for someone who thinks that GWB is right that much. That 10% of time he didn't agree with GWB now John McCain has flip floped on Drilling, Taxes, SSI, and Vouchers now he is more in agreement with GWB than he was before the campaign started.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Sharon — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:57:41 GMT

And where was John McCain when the Veterans needed him to vote for benefits? NO WHERE, A NO SHOW.

He opposed Sen Webb's GI Bill, and he's opposed funding for veterans programs.

What a joke.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

KJ, Dallas, TX — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:58:02 GMT

HEY, corporate-owned MSNBC:

You are aware that Sen. Obama and Sen. Biden are campaigning, right??? It's amazing to me that you guys are willing to sell this country out because of monetary reasons. And you call yourselves journalists- HA!

OBAMA/BIDEN, 2008!

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

an old American, WV — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:58:22 GMT

I love America, and that is why I hope and pray that these two republiucans do no get in the White House. I do not want my soldiers to be under the direction of this woman, and I am female. Forget her pro-life ideals, forget the bridge to nowhere that she and Johnny are lying about, think about her not knowing what a VP does!!!! She is scary, and she may have control of my soldiers. George Bush and Dick Cheney blatantly lied to get us in Iraq, and to think that this woman may have the control to either keep my soldiers there or to get us out. Do you really want that, America? I love the way these politicians go to church every Sunday, call themselves Christians, and then lie like rugs. And to blatantly tell lies on another person. Oh, sorry, I forgot, she is pro life and that makes her and McCain both Christian.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

B, New Jersey — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:59:07 GMT

The Palins family values back to America. No thanks on that. I would like my daughter to go to college before she gets pregnant. I also prefer turkey burgers to moose, thanks.

I guess McCain family values are too warped to sit well with the rabid conservative base, huh, so McCain has to talk about Palin's?

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Moe, Falls Church, VA — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:59:18 GMT

mccain-palin are fear mongerers. They are the ones that are dangerous for America considering they would continue the failed Bush policies for another 4 years. Their policies are wron for America. Sen. Obama on the other hand is right person for President at this time.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

tracy, tampa,fl — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 18:59:38 GMT

It's better than being wrong 90% of the time. What has he done for us? One thing, war. If he wins, there will two class, poor and rich.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Ann M — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:00:02 GMT

Does anyone else see the GOP ticket as a continuous SNL skit? Only, I have to shake myself and realize that it is not a joke--this is really happening.
If the McCain ticket is elected, I have to believe that this idea called Democracy just does not work. Americans are too stupid to govern themselves.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Ralphie, MA — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:00:26 GMT

Did Mccain check with Palin on that before he spoke up? It's pretty obvious that she is running the show for the Republicans now.

I wonder how mcsenile will square the circle over how he is for bipartisanship and Palin revels in gouging her opponents eyes out...Plain wins I think

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

KD — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:00:29 GMT

Just another flip flop from Obama. Not surprising, not surprising at all. Maybe the decisions are above his pay grade.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

iowan — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:01:07 GMT

Fear, fear, fear. This blatherful palaver is as anti-American as it comes. John McCain was a 32 year old POW. Fine. One who accuses those who disagree with him as not being "American", and who hides behind the flag is what I would call a traitor to true American values---the social compact which as existed the past 230 years; the fundamental freedoms (including freedom, not tyranny, of speech and religious tolerance), and the central role of the rights of the individual.

We are surely smarter than this--and, yes, braver and more patriotic, too. If one reads Friedman from yesterday's NYT (re the foolishness of throwing money at the Georgians) and looks at Woodward's somewhat frightening view of the absolute power given our Chief Executive, one should think very hard about dismissing in a catch-phrase or two the complexities of this stupid war that Bush and the neo-cons blundered us into and which we are far from out of.

In that regard, Tom Brokaw's parrying with Biden was embarrassing yesterday. Brokaw should be smart enough to not insist on the Bill O'Reilly-esque notion of reducing things to "c'mon, say the surge is good". What a 'gotcha' game, Brokaw----please don't dumb us down anymore. If you lack the curiousity and energy, retire again.

The press has an important role in making sure the debate is fair discussion of the issues---not 'even' or 50/50 so much as making sure that false issues and perceptions are weeded out. E.g., the 'press is sexist' when Palin is criticized; or, the "you aren't patriot enough" when war strategy is criticized just cannot be allowed. Pull back the curtain, folks.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

DRather NY NY — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:01:46 GMT

Barack is sinking faster then a dead toad full of buckshot.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

TruthNOW — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:01:51 GMT

You know this man and his rantings are irritating! And what's more.. the weak minded among us believes him. He is allowed to say stupid things, unsubstantiated lies and distort the truth, yet people believe him. How pathetic some of us are! I would love to debate him. He is obviously embolden by the press and those sick'o's. Pathetic, pathetic pathetic!!!
What has this world come to???

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Will — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:01:53 GMT

Ok - enough of the McCain and Pailin hits Obama. As if when they make a hit - it is true. How about the hit Biden made on McCain and Pallin's economic policies and how they are no different than Bush. How about - Hillary hitting on the McCain and Pallin ticket. Letting Americans know they are no different than Bush.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Gail — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:02:28 GMT

Hey First Read---Hillary and Joe Biden are kickin' butt today---why aren't you covering it?
And what about Sarah's gaffe today about Freddie Mac
and Fannie Mae?

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Ellen--Idaho — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:03:35 GMT

Why is all I am reading on first read the past few days all about what McCain is saying. Why not what Obama is saying, like PALIN IS A LIAR AND YOU NEED TO DO YOUR JOBS AND CALL HER ON IT.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Out of Touch, Houston TX — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:03:51 GMT

I am bitter!!! Bitter that I cant hold onto my home while you have 8 or more and lets not forget I am bitter everytime I gas up!!!.....My friend you are out of touch!!!!

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Will — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:04:03 GMT

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

KJ, Dallas, TX — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:04:11 GMT

Corporate-owned MSNBC is really playing to you low informed/information voters. The rest of us know the game they're playing.

WAKE UP EVERYBODY!!!

OBAMA/BIDEN, 2008!

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Jarda — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:04:19 GMT

Tell me who was in the White House when 9/11 happened? Which Party had MAJORITY in the House and Senate? How they protected us from attack? hey started to be brave and heroes when towers were already down....Now they want to play fear card once again and proclaim only they can protect us...why they didn't protect us in 9/11???
And if you don't know answers then I can help...Republican Party was fully in charge...Republican president was sitting in the White House....so are really Democrats weak on national security???? Agencies for National security works for any party or government which means it doesn't matter how long president was in the White House. It was just big total collapse under Republicans.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

It's the Economy Stupid, Houston, TX — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:04:31 GMT

How about some policy positions and clear solutions to the myriad problems facing this country. I've made some mistakes and done some things I'm ashamed of but being a McCain County Co-Chair in 2000 may be at the top of the list, but, in fairness to myself, that was when McCain was a real "maverick" and not an ersats one.

Steve Schmidt, the "Karl Rove of 2008", has given us a rerun of 2000 and 2004. We got the ultimate "kick in the groin" when Mc Cain caved in and choice "Chick Cheney" Palin as his running mate. Heck with her experience she couldn even run suburban Montgomery County PA that has more people than Philadelphia.

"How dumb is too dumb?" We'll find out shortly.

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

eindc — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:05:12 GMT

So Mccain picks a snake waving, heretic, armaggedon screaming running mate. Makes sense when he could have had Liberman or Romney. I think Cindy had better watch out!!!! A spells a brewing

McCain hits Obama on defense, 'bitter'

Achim Nicoleta, NY, NY — Mon, 08 Sep 2008 19:05:28 GMT

I am a proud Barak supporter and here is why:

He is taking away money from the Rich and give to the Poor. We are all equal and we all shall live the same life, and that’s what Barak and his supporters are proud off. Loosing jobs while taxing small companies is nothing but media‘s crap.

He is giving health care to everybody and the trillion of dollars will come from the Riches pockets as well. What’s wrong if EVERYBODY will have to stay in line for a day to reach a doctor, as long as everybody in this country gets the same share? Calling this Socialism is media’s crap as well.

Finally black people in this country came to power. Let us prove what we can do to lead this country for the first time in history. It’s our turn and we can make the true CHANGE.

Thank you MEDIA for helping us changing the country in the right direction. Together we will make history.