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Chuck, NY — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:34:59 GMT

Here it comes. Everyone hold on tight until the turbulence subsides. In the end, this new attack pattern of Barbie and McCain will backfire, and their polling will plummet even further. I guess they are not the reformers and mavericks they claim to be. The two of them are despicable and repugnant.

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jaycee, Ventura, CA — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:35:49 GMT

So let’s review John McCain’s maverick brand of experienced leadership during the current financial crisis. First he reflexively pulls out his old stump speech line and reassures everyone that the fundamentals of the economy are strong. Whoops. He says the crisis does not warrant bailing out insurance giant American International Group, only to reverse course the very next day calling the rescue of AIG “regrettable, but unavoidable.” Then he decides he needs to look decisive and blames it all on the SEC chairman, as though we can hang the entire global financial mess around the neck of a single goat and drive it into the wilderness. Maybe he thought it would divert attention from his own role in creating the lax regulatory environment that allowed this mess to develop.

With his scapegoating gambit failing to attract much of a following, John decides he’s really going to take charge and refuses to campaign or debate until a bailout agreement is reached. Or until he turns blue. He makes a dramatic return to Washington to force a meeting with the president and the principal negotiators so he could work some that old bipartisan maverick magic. The meeting degenerates into a shouting match that derails the process. McCain fails to even take a stand on the wildly divergent Republican views expressed during a meeting that he called in order to look like he’s taking charge. With his big move going nowhere, John reverses course and decides he will debate and resume campaigning without an agreement after all.

After losing the debate John heads right back to Washington for the weekend, determined this time to jump into the driver’s seat. He issues a high-minded call to put aside partisanship while pointing his finger at Barack Obama, whom he now claims was square in the middle of the Washington culture of lobbying and influence peddling. Never mind that for months John’s been desperately trying to paint Obama as the inexperienced guy who started running for president within weeks of arriving in Washington.

John makes a big show over the weekend of working the phones and scrambling around to the front of the Republican pack so it looks like he’s in the lead. Monday morning he takes credit for bringing his troops to save the day. Problem is, John hasn’t even noticed that 2/3 of his troops wandered off down a side street along the way. The bill goes down to defeat after John has already declared victory. A bad habit of his.

In stark contrast to the flailing floundering maverick, Barack Obama has again demonstrated that he possesses the intelligence, temperament, and resolve to steer through troubled waters with a steady hand. He understands that a leader must recognize when intervention will help and when it will hurt, a lesson John McCain seems to have missed in all those years of experience. One of many such lessons. If all John’s experience can’t help him make good decisions, then how much is it really worth? The guy is plain unreliable and his chaotic decision-making process makes him a dangerous choice for president in today’s complex and threatening world.

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Dan, New York, NY — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:38:19 GMT

WOAH: McCain wants to massively cut Medicare and Medicaid to pay for his health plan. Big news:

strategy08.wordpress.com/2008/10/06/mccain-plans-massive-medicaremedicaid-cuts/

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Walt — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:38:55 GMT

Hmmm...wonder when McCain will bring back Rev. Wright into the mix? Sounds like he needs to.

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the Pajama Pundit — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:39:13 GMT

"If we keep talking about the economic crisis, we're going to lose."
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And this is precisely the logic that the McCain camp is using with their "Ayers Attack" tactics. I can't understand it though. They must have known that Obama was going to hit back with Keating. Between those two dubious association, Keating is the greater of evils -- because it was an economic issue.

With our economy what it is today, there is no positive in bringing up the Keating scandal.

http://thepajamapundit.com/

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Paul Miller, Woodbridge, VA — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:40:43 GMT

There's something in the Ayers. Ah, yes, the smell of McCain desperation.

Okay, let's for a second just assume everything McCain and his dishonorable henchmen have to say. So Ayers is a "terrorist."

I thought the neo-cons promised us they would find terrorists everywhere and bring them to justice? Remember the whole no-safe havens blather?

We've been wondering why the neo-cons can't find bin Laden in a cave in Pakistan, when they can't even find Bill Ayers in a classroom at the University of Chicago.

And now Republicans want us to elect another of these incompetent neo-cons?

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Eric, Salinas, CA — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:42:39 GMT

Yeah Baby let's go nuclear. I am so proud of Barack Obama saving his Keating 5 nulcear option for his Barack-tober surprise. Considering the way the DOW just opened down over 200 points the economy is not going to be put on the backburner in favor of character assasinations that the Smear and Fear crowd want to distract us with.

Looks like "Keating 5" McCain has taken a big beating on Chuck Todd's electoral map. Obama up 264-174, looks like a landslide victory for Obama to me.

Go Obama/Biden 08/12!

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Mia — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:44:15 GMT

Prayers to the Biden family.

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Clara Kansas City, MO — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:44:37 GMT

I was at a wedding in Fulton, MO over the weekend (East of Columbia-blue and West of St. Louis-blue), a relatively red town. I saw 3-1 Obama signs. I'm telling you, I have hope for my state! I live in midtown and we are so Obama, it sometimes feels a little insulated; but I picked up friends in Independence and Blue Springs which are suburbs that are normally BRIGHT RED - again, 2-1 Obama in Independence and 3-1 Obama in Blue Springs. I realize the yard sign 'polling' is probably not a terribly effective method; but these are 'typically' not even questionable.

I hope the Show Me state shows McCain the way to exit our state - and not a minute too soon, I say!

Joe and Jill Biden, our thoughts are with your families!

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Leni,Michigan — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:45:14 GMT

She's a high functioning moron, he's a troubled old man. Please make them go away.

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The Other Ed — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:45:32 GMT

I couldn't say it any better myself, so here is Steve Benen from The Washington Monthly on guilt by association:

"Americans need to ask themselves if they've ever befriended a convicted felon who advised his supporters on how best to shoot federal officials in the head. John McCain has.

Americans need to ask themselves if they've ever used the money of a convicted criminal to help them buy their house. John McCain has.

Americans need to ask themselves if they've ever befriended a radical televangelist who has lashed out at the Roman Catholic Church, calling it, among other things, "the great whore" and "a false cult system." John McCain has.

Americans need to ask themselves if they've ever sought economic advice from a far-right former lawmaker who "has diminished American solvency and power beyond the wildest dreams of anti-American terrorists." John McCain has.

Americans need to ask themselves if they've ever befriended a radical televangelist who blamed the attacks of Sept. 11 on Americans. John McCain has.

My point isn't that the presidential campaign should be based on who the candidates have met; my point is that we could probably play this foolish game all day long. And on balance, McCain's ties to a pretty motley crew are far more direct and meaningful than Obama's. So maybe we can just skip it and debate substance for the next month?"

http://washingtonmonthly.com/

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Libratine — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:46:34 GMT

Take no vote for granted. Although there is a great momentum brewing the youth are NOTORIOUSLY unreliable to get out to the polls. And the youth break two to one for Obama. Let's roll Obama/Biden in by a lANDLIDE and keep the crooked GOP lobbyists out!!!!!!

Pass along this star studded "Don't Vote" video to the youth and college crowd. It's perfect!!!!

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/10/01/leo-ellen-halle-and-more_n_130999.html

(It can also be found on YouTube)

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Eric, Salinas, CA — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:46:34 GMT

Only small mionded people will be distracted by the small minded smear and fear tactics of the Dumb and Dumber ticket. There you go again "Sinner" Sarah, talking about the past. Yeah don't throw stones unless you are without sin and we all know that this week we're going to find out about her sinful abuse of power.

The clock is ticking on "Sinner" Sarah's little timebomb going off in her face. Could be the last few days of her being a running mate. She is the most ignorant and unprepared VP candidate in history and Mainstream America is just going to say no to her and her grumpy old running mate.

Go Obama/Biden 08/12!

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Pete - Albany, NY — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:47:14 GMT

What does the McCain Campaign going negative mean?

In trial law...

...if the facts are on your side, argue the facts.

...if the law is on your side, argue the law.

...if neither is on your side, attack your opponents character and credibility.

The McCain Campaign is freely acknowledging, folks, that they can't win on the issues so they're going to try and cut down Senator Obama any way possible.

Will that help folks who have lost their jobs or their homes or their health insurance or their 401Ks or their savings?

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elise — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 13:47:55 GMT

Palin is a hypocrite. She's got Troopergate crap hitting the fan. She's campaigning while she and her husband are ignoring a court subpoena!?!! I haven't heard one word of substance leave her lips since she came on the scene. I don't get why the Obama camp isn;t talking about this.

Sarah, in this great country of America, it's hard to sling mud when your standing waist deep in it, ya betcha!

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Independent — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:46:48 GMT

I just wish the election were today so the world bad news could stop. This is MSNBC and the media as for the first time elcted a president . Not a Obama supporter but I also realize he will be elected and the Democrats will stop at nothing to see this happen but I also know Obama is a liar .Fact after he takes office he will not say it will take 10 years for additional drilling off shore or on to make a difference . I will bet the farm on this he will say in 12-24 months we will see Oil fall to 75$ per barrel after he is in office so filks how much as the God Obama cost you so far .loss of jobs,stocks, Oil, anything he can do until elected ..but he will give us handouts the world will be saved with well fair for the pesants under King BarackObama ,I did not space his name becuase every body says BarackObama

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raman — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:47:16 GMT

MuckCain!!!

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SEJones, Cincinnati, Ohio — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:47:44 GMT

This is a difficult post for me as I truly don't wish "difficulty" on ANYONE; however, it is a true statement that "God really does not like UGLY" and I can understand the Veep being used as the frontrunner attack dog, but Mrs. Pitbull Palin need to search her "Christian ???" mentality and understand that (as a sermon series/Bible study was explained to me); many of our PERSONAL difficulties can be traced right back to how we live our lives. I don’t think I need to go any deeper with that. We all know her personal family difficulties and they are not limited to ONE. We need to think about that before we allow people (or… others) to use us. And that goes for everyone! Many times, we ask WHY?; and the answer is so evident if we are truthful with self. One attack makes another attack and we smear from side to side without dealing with real issues. Now what happens now when the other side bring up the Keating 5. Truly John McCain was “cleared” of the ethics violations but, HE WAS SANCTIONED by the investigative body of having “bad judgment”? So to me that makes 6 in one hand and ½ dozen in the other. These are past issues. What about current issues that we are really concerned about such as Economic, the War, Health Care, Education and the list goes on and on and on…………… I am so disappointed with the GOP and I am not all that happy with the Dems although I will cast my ONE vote. I want clear issues messages and encouragement; not all of this inside verbal terrorism! What is good for the goose is good for the gander, so my late granny always said…………

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John Stevenson — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:48:11 GMT

Ayres "terrorist" activities amount to no more than fratboy pranks. He blew up a toilet for crissake. For genuine terrorism, see the career of Ollie North, whose Contras murdered and raped thousands. This war criminal is lionized by the likes of Hannity, Limbaugh, et al. Speaks for itself.

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oluranti, nigeria — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:49:22 GMT

i am not an american, but i have been watching the presidential race keenly. i detest what palin said even though she is not near clean herslf. i think americans deserve better than a pair of panicky duo who has nothing new or better to offer. i am sending this out to all american youth to go out and register and COME OUT AND VOTE because that is the only way we can make a difference and make history

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mark — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:49:29 GMT

Chuck Todd, Mark Murray, Domenico Montanaro, and Carrie Dann if you are going to mention Ayers be fair and mention the countless rebuttals that are out there. I am not talking about pro obama rebuttals, but those by the press like AP and NYtimes. However, if you cared to delve a little deeper you could easily put to rest this ridiculous, offensive and utterly wrong attack by getting a read from any Chicagoan who is half way aware of Ayers in Chicago. It is nonsense to even suggest a close relationship.

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OBAMA 4 ME — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:49:33 GMT

SHE IS MARRIED TO A MAN THAT WAS A MEMBER OF AN INDEPENDENT PARTY THAT WANTED ALASKA'S SUCCESSION FROM THE UNION. SHE HAS ADDRESSED THE SAME GROUP. HOW CAN SHE EVEN STAND THE TASTE OF HYPOCRISY IN HER OWN MOUTH.

IT MAKES ME SICK TO MY STOMACH AND IS AN EXAMPLE OF ALL THAT IS WRONG--SHE MAY NOT BE "AN INSIDER IN WASHINGTON" BUT SHE SURE KNOWS HOW TO PLAY THE GAME.

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Avery, Wilmington DE — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:50:49 GMT

Lights aren't even on. Let alone anyone home. McShame and Palin are the biggest joke in American politics in History!

Slash and burn politics is one thing, but then they blatantly announce it. Straight up arrogant enough to say we need to change the subject because we are getting our butts kicked on the subjects that matter to the American people.

This is worse than the Karl Rove playbook, at least he had a little tiny bit of discreation.

Notice the attack dogs were out as early as last week. People like Pat Buchanan and Joe Scarboro saying that Obama has not been involved in the rescue package, when he in fact outlined four (4) to five (5) points he wanted to see in the package and got every last one of them.

It amazes me to hear Buchanan say that Palin wiped up the floor with Biden during the debate when this nitwit wouldn't even answer questions asked her.

Can you imagine her knowing the launch codes for missles? Would she drop one on her brother in law because he divorced out of her dysfunctional family?

Now the McShame camp is playing the race card, by saying Obama doesn't think about this country the way "we" do? What kind of nonsense is that? Who is WE!

During the debate with Obama this miserable old coot wouldn't even give his own peer in the Senate the respect of looking at him while talking.

Basic human decency neither of these two have. Those who vote for them should be ashamed of themselves. The only choice in this crisis is Obama/Biden.

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Suz, western NY — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:51:04 GMT

America has hopefully woken up gotten smart and decided that we need a person in office that will deal with the issues such as the economy.

All Mccain seems to be able to do his ATTACK he has no solutions, How will a man who exhibits so much anger at so many heal our broken country. He cannot and neither can his cutsy, folksy, power hungry sidekick.

We are already sinking and do not need anyone associated with the past 8 years particularly those that have tied themselves to Rovian taught Republicans, ENOUGH!!!!!

Voting for McCain is a death sentence for this country.

Indepedent voter for Obama/Biden

Suz, western NY

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jim palos yakima wa — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:51:24 GMT

yes sarah six pack the lipstick queen will probably put her foot in her mouth and destroy john mccains campaign.he desrves it for picking her for a running mate. it was obvious during her debate how shallow her preperations were when she ducked a few questions. the moderator was too soft on her by not following up questions. biden was magnificent my deepest condolences go out to joe and his family.

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Looking Right — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:52:11 GMT

You can tell this an MSNBC bolg ... it just makes you left wingers feel so good to pounce on some one. You people should look to the left at BHO. No ones talking about Rezko, Ayers, Wright, and his "advisors" from Freddie and Fannie. Where's MSNBC calling for an investigation in to the the issues with them??? MSNBC won't because the trail leads squarely back to the Democrat Party leadership. We can't have that because the "Anointed One" will be in the middle of the fray ...

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Marlena Gilbert, Northern Virginia — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:52:33 GMT

Hopefully people will use their cell phones to video their voting experience to uncover fraud. They've gotten away with it twice and we can't let them do it again. MSNBC, please have a voter problem number that people can call on election day.

I'm afraid there is going to be violence on Nov 4th when the SOBs who've run our country into the ground see it slipping away. I'm voting absentee as it will be the only paper trail in Virginia ; )

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dicktracy2001, Birmingham — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:52:38 GMT

The fact that Fox News Network is taking the position of launching a series of all out assaults against senator Obama’s character is a sad day in journalism. They should be ashamed of the immoral and unethical standards that their network displays on a continual basis. What they must be made to understand is that as citizens we rely upon networks for their fair and accurate reporting of events and we will not tolerate anything less, especially when its over the top or maybe I should say as far right as Fox News Network is. If your views are the same share this message with others. It is time to take a stand against Fox and look to other networks for fair and accurate news coverage.

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L.K. Zahn, Pepin WI — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:53:25 GMT

If this is the best McPalin has to offer our nation, we are in bigger trouble than we can already see!

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vivienne crawford, miami, florida — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:53:36 GMT

you betcha! the rest of America will see the link between john mccain sara palin george bush and dick cheney. They all have this idea for great power so they can just run over the laws of the land and claim executive previledge when they have to account for their abuse of power and or wrongdoing. If as a nation we choose to put these people back in power then we deserve to be flushed down the toilet with them. sara palin and her cronies have already taken a page out of dick cheney's book in the troopergate affair....and I wonder what else! and sara I know u wanna say it aint so but while you are bashing Barack Obama joe six pack is asking the cashier at the corner store to take off the beer because he does not have enough to pay for the milk bread and beer he is trying to buy.

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Alicia Rubin, Los Angeles, CA — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:54:31 GMT

1/20/09 - The end of an error!

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Francine, Minnesota — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:55:05 GMT

I enjoy reading about the campaign but it sure would be nice to and get both sides of the story instead of just a Democrat's view. I personally like to see the actual debates and look at the voting records to make my decision.

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Real Joe, Atlanta, GA — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:56:23 GMT

This is so biased Libaeral BS - it makes me sick. Continue to fool youselves with Obama - if he wins - we will all pay dearly for it. He'll make Bush's approval ratings seem astonomically high.

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Mike H. Mohawk, Mi — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:56:42 GMT

Isn't it a shame that the only thing the McCain ticket has to offer is mud. Their campaign strategy has changed from trying to highlight their strong attributes, to tearing down the opponent. Maybe it's because the McCain/Palin ticket has nothing to offer.

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ellie - slc, utah — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:57:33 GMT

The selection of Sarah Palin by John McCain is a reflection of his poor judgment. The suggestion that his selection would sway American women to vote for the Republican party is an insult! American women are not stupid!!

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ThinkFree, Jupiter FL — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:58:02 GMT

I couldn't agree more, Chuck. Even though Palin and McCain like to SAY the American people aren't stupid, they sure like to treat us like we are. Sorry guys (and gals), we're on to yuh. Uh....Duhhhhh.

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notahockey mom — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:58:02 GMT

Sarah Palin needs yet another history lesson. Ayers, was a student radical leader in the 60's and I believe was part of the rioting at the Democratic Convention in Chicago. Like many student radicals of the time, they were protesting the Vietnam War. Certainly their violent tactics were criminal and extreme but one needs to put it into the context of the 60's and Civil Rights demonstrations and the police killing of students at Kent state. There was fault on both sides for the violence that erupted. Those of us who came of age in the 60's and 70's know this. We are not the same in ou 50's and 60's as we may have been then. I was a registered Republican (what was I thinking!!!)Today, Ayers is a distinguished professor of Early Childhood Education (also my field - they are pretty gentle people for the most part). He grew up, he has apparently been remorseful. Isn't that what her strong supposed faith teaches - forgiveness. To call him a terrorist is wrong. In that event Palin is just a flute tooting, beauty pagent queen, weather girl.

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bob c — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:58:51 GMT

do you only print the slams against mccain & palin???

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max daniels orlando FL — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:59:00 GMT

Does Sarah Palin HATE America?
Why did she repeatedly court a secessionist group founded by a man who professes hatred of American, cursed our flag, and wanted to secede from the Union? Todd Palin belonged to the Alaska Independence Party from 1995 until 2002, according to the Division of Elections in Alaska.
Palin attended the AIP annual convention in 1994 and 2000, and she addressed its convention this year as an incumbent governor whose oath of office includes upholding the Constitution of the United States.
AIP founder Joe Vogler had this to say in a 1991 interview: "The fires of hell are frozen glaciers compared to my hatred for the American government. And I won't be buried under their damn flag. I'm an Alaskan, not an American. I've got no use for America or her damned institutions."

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Konrad Kuczak, Dayton, Ohio — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:59:05 GMT

I thought we were going to see the Palin tax returns released last Friday. Did I miss something? Perhaps she never filed.

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Woody Pate, San Mateo, Florida — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:59:45 GMT

I hope all of you remember this. If you are undecided, and alot of you are, Obama will DRAG alot of you to the left and you will not be able to get back from that hole so easy in four years.

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Marie V. — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 15:59:58 GMT

I thought I lived in a world of wishful thinking but what I can see is that most who have posted here would rather have a man that went to church for 20 years and that was the first time Reverend Wright ever talked that way. As I have said before lived in Michigan until I was 30. Never ever saw any democrat due anything to help the worker other than add a tax burden. I thought I was naive but most of you are worse than I am. He has no wishes to help white middle class America. I can even see that. I would vote for Coleman Powell in a heart beat But this man from Illinois I will not he is just as apart of hate as any KKK memeber or skin head but more dangerous. I know that you will not post this but I do want you see there are others that really do not know who they are going to vote for but the more I hear from MSNBC which appears more and more should be called The Obama news network. It is apparent that there is not hope the US will survive I just thought I would never see it in my lifetime when a Man has been associated with Terrorist who would have done anything to over through this government plus make it sound like he understands the working class when he lived also a priveledge life by living with white grandparents who sent him to private not public and than in many of his books say that his mothers people were more evil and that is why he decided to be black. I am offended at that kind of talk but that is ok a black man can say anything he wants and that is just all right.

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Maria Padilla Jim — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:00:35 GMT

I live here in Arizona. I remember all the elderly people on the TV crying because they were swindeled out of their life savings. It was heartbreaking. I don't need the media to remind me of the Keating 5. It still resonates today.

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Stan — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:00:59 GMT

People listen,When Gov. Palin came out on stage she asked"can I call you Joe".That was the set-up.During her speech she used phrases like,"say it ain't so Joe"and "come on Joe",and the coiless winks.She played us.I have to say she seemed just like us,but I dont want someone like us in the Whitehouse.Hopefully someone alot smarter and less folksy.What would of happened if Senator Biden had said "No I'd rather you addressed me as Sen. Biden.But he couldnt.he was REAL.

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Hazen M., St. Paul, MN — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:01:32 GMT

Personally I think we need a button of actor James Garner (who starred in TV's MAVERICK and the slogan: "The Real Maverick: Accept No Substitutes."

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Konrad Kuczk — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:01:49 GMT

How does John McCain not have PTSD after being in a POW camp for six years? His medical records were supposedly reviewed by the press for three hours last May. Did any of the "reviewers" notice the PTSD diagnosis?

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cheznaz — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:01:54 GMT

If McCain brings in Rev Wright then Obama camp can go full out exposing voo doo Palin priest - maybe that's how she was made visible to McCain.

If McCain camp wants to run WA attack ads then Obama camp will be well within rights for releasing Palin brother in law tazzer saga and associate Palin to the crime against children because after all, if Obama is guilty by association for serving on a non-profit board with a mass bomber then Sarah Palin is 99.999% guiltier for having dinner every thanks giving with a child abuser! Meowww

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JRM — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:02:10 GMT

All sympathies to the Biden family.

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J. Webster Denver, Colorado 80211 — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:02:29 GMT

Will all the SHEEP wake up to the facts and realize that OBAMA is simply a puppet for socializm and REPERATIONS. We as a people are sick and tired of these pupit political butt boys' If we have any chance to correct the ills and reclaim our country we need a figure at the top that is capable of honesty and a TRUE love for our country. Colorado is hosting an illegal alien Health Fare this month,WOW,Could that relate to our Democratic CARTOON state & city government? Tax payers should plan to get second and third sources of income to keep pace with social programs that are coming down the road if we don't vote for the one and only AMERICAN we have running!!!

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t. duncan — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:03:09 GMT

What happened to the 15k/month McCain's manager's company received from Freddie Mac up to one month before bailout? Did the Dems decide they "earned" the dough and it was legit? Or do they have their own problems with questionable lobbing?

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Michelle Madison, WI — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:04:37 GMT

You people are the liberal morans that are going to elect an unqualified communist that will turn this country into a socialistic nation! Obama should not be here. It's ridiculous! Wake up America orjust look what happened in the Soviet Union. Yes we are going thru tough economic times right now...the whole world is...and if you let the market work it will correct itself. I want to remain in a capitalistis country where hard working Americans, like myself, don't have to give over half my paycheck to pay for lazy, irresponsible folks that are just looking for a hand out!

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Grace ,Tampa,Fl. — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:04:42 GMT

Palin of the welfare state of Alaska has been unabashedly squealling falsehoods and shld face up to the real truths re:her idol who pursued the young heiress while still married and who was intimately associated and received bribes from Keating ,this financially erratic deregulator candidate who chose an unqualified candidate(Palin) only to win the election w/ women,while she herself refused to abide by the law and face questions about her abuse of power firing people for standing up to what is right while she hires unqualified cronies.

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michelle, NC — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:05:14 GMT

Wow. Nothing like a bunch of liberals when they hear bad stuff about their golden boy. Oh well. It'll all be better when Obama's in office, I know. When you're all living on welfare because the small businesses you work for can't afford to keep your job because of tax increases, then EVERYONE will be happy. You'll get the free handouts that the Democrats are so famous for and the government will have a new set of victims.

So, GET OUT THERE AND VOTE!

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SM — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:05:17 GMT

A voter's request to Obama:

Dont go negative. Being positive and hopeful is your trademark, the very reason that we love you!

Dont go negative. Hold on things will be fine!

Thanks

SM

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laverl wilhelm — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:05:55 GMT

Not only do less young people vote than say they will in a poll, but likewise people who say they will vote for a minority. As one commentator recently said, "When Obama is 7% ahead in the polls, it will essentially be a tie in the voting booth."
That's why Chuck Todd's caution is well advised.
I'm looking for 8% or more before I start to celebrate.

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Sue P., Dallas, Texas — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:06:02 GMT

What kind of world are we living in where anyone who is duly subpoenaed can refuse to appear and go unpunished. If I were under a subpoena and did not appear I would already be in jail. Palin should be in jail not out on the campaign trial. Who is she to be above the law? Where is the outrage that this person can speak in public to smear a man of honor when she herself has proven that she has no respect for the laws of this land. GO OBAMA/BIDEN.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Ron Jefkins — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:06:38 GMT

The Obama campaign or the DNC should prepare a SNL montage clip of moments from the VP debate of Palin . Underneath it, they ask a one word question . " QUALIFIED ? "

First thoughts: Obama at 264

James, Trenton, NJ — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:06:41 GMT

McCain and Fox News have done nothing but be negative of Barack since the start of the campaign. I am voting for the smarter, more sound candidates with better judgement and demeanors to restore our economy and make us respected around the globe again.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Jane Grimsley, Denver Colorado — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:06:58 GMT

Palin reminds me of George Bush with lipstick. They have the same behavior. She is just a good-ole-gal who thinks that her religion and beliefs are superior to others. I don't want some sappy Hockey Mom making decisions for our country. It is just plain scary! She needs to go back to Alaska to her religious fanatic fan base, be a mother to the children she gave birth to and watch Hockey!
If she wins I am will not be proud to be an American. Wake up America! This is not Homecoming this is our Country and our children’s future! We can’t afford further ignorance in the White House.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Ohio Mom, Ohio — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:07:45 GMT

To even try and moe away from talking about the economy shows just how out of touch McCain/Palin are. We, the middle class, are REALLY struggling here. How are you going to fix it if you can't even talk about it. They have no clue.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

DON'T BELIEVE IN POLL — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:08:39 GMT

264. YAH RIGHT. KEEP ON GUESSING.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Allyana Ziolko, Atlanta, GA — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:08:41 GMT

McCain may think he can stop talking about economics because he doesn't lay out 1/4 of his income trying to feed his children and can write off his gasoline use. And if he loses a house (unlikely) he has six more to live in. For the rest of us "average" folks.....I'm thinking about the economy. I hope he gets negative enough to show his hypocritic colors to the American people.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

JAMES,DUBLIN,OHIO — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:09:01 GMT

I WILL SAY IT NOW IF OBAMA GETS ELECTED THE WORLD AS WE KNOW IT WILL END. THE GREAT OVERSIGHT THAT THE DEMS HAVE SAID ITS OK WERE FINE IS FINALLY COMING TO A HEAD. tHE REPUBLICANS PUSHED TO FIX FANNIE MAE AND FREDDIE MAC AND THE DEMS SAID OUR POCKETS ARE FULL THERE IS NO PROBLEM. YOU WILL SEE THE LARGEST COLLAPSE OF WORLD ECONOMY. HOPE YOU LIKE CAMPING CAUSE WE WILL ALL LIVE IN TENTS. THE DEMS SAY THAT THERE WAS NO WAY FOR THEM TO KNOW THIS WOULD HAPPEN. FANNI AND FREDDIE BACKED SUBPRIME LOANS THAT 91% WERE ADJUSTABLE RATE MORTGAGES TO THE PEOPLE WHO WOULD LEAST UNDERSTAND THEM AND BE ABLE TO AFFORD THE CHANGE. OBAMA IS THE END OF THE WORLD AS WE KNOW IT

First thoughts: Obama at 264

James Wallace — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:09:17 GMT

Sarah Palin is against abortion even in cases of rape. Now how could a Hillary Clinton supporter now vote republican. Furthermore, how could a parent of a teenage daughter vote republican.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Nick, Seattle, WA — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:09:27 GMT

If Governor Palin was any shallower, she would be a flat surface.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Rodney Hopper, Waxahachie, TX — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:10:04 GMT

"You wanna know how to get Capone? They pull a knife, you pull a gun. He sends one of yours to the hospital, you send one of his to the morgue. *That's* the *Chicago* way!" - Jim Malone

There's an unwritten rule of debate that the first person that has to resort to personal attacks basically concedes that they have don't have a leg to stand on when it comes to plans or policies, which results in an automatic loss.

They're desperately flailing at this point, throwing things up against the wall to see what sticks.

The difference between McCain's attacks and Obama's attacks are that McCain's are merely character assassination and Obama's are genuinely linked to the current economic crisis, so Obama can hit McCain on past associations (REAL ASSOCIATIONS), and still stay on message.

http://www.rodneyhopper.com

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Joy — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:10:26 GMT

What if each candidate now stopped the desperate attacks and instead, focused on showing us what they can do and how they will make this country better? What a concept.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Big Fred, Miami, Fl — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:11:03 GMT

John McCain and Sarah Palin should be ashamed of themselves. Obamaniacs don't stop fighting and lets register as many people as possible and help them to vote. This is our time.

OBAMA/BIDEN 08-16

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Bill, Vancouver, WA — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:11:17 GMT

When you're losing go Negative! Seems McCain is borrowing a page from the GOP/G.W. Bush playbook! See he still can't separate himself from Bush. It worked for Bush, but the problem for McCain is his hands have actually been muddyed up in the past! McCain knows he's losing and obviously his campaign believes the risk of backlash from his negativity and counter negativity from the Obama camp is worth the risk! It's the last Hail Mary they've got!

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Randy, San Pedro, Ca. — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:11:36 GMT

I think the scariest aspect of thes election season is the fact that there are functioning US citizens out there that are even willing to consider "John and Sara". I mean it should not even be close!! The fact that several of the polls have been close enough to have been within the margin of error just scares the hell out of me. If we were to take all the actual issues off the table, which is essentially what John and Sara are doing anyway, and were to just consider judgement, its still a no brainer!!
The fact that McCain selected a running mate as completely incompetent as Sara Palin should tell the American public all they need to know to make an informed, rational decision. What's even scarier is the fact that we all know McCain's age and history of health issues....can you imagine Sara Palin as the US President...I start to feel pphysically ill at the thought. And we thought Mr. Bush made a mess of things. But frankly, I think it's pretty clear that McCain's choice had to be one of desperation more than anything else. I just don't want to believe that his level of intellect is even lower than that of Mr. Bush. At least Bush realized that he knew next to nothing and let the oh so dangerous Dick Cheaney run things into the ground for him......right!?!!?

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Dubldoc, St Pete, Fl. — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:11:37 GMT

Gee, where's Jennifer88 and all the other Repuglican apologists today?? Seems it was only a few days ago they were talking about how Mc Cain and Caribou Barbie were going to "mop up the floor" with Obama....

Any surprise that a campaign ticket being quarterbacked by Karl Rove (Bush's former campaign mgr), would resort back to the 'ol GOP tactics of 'Fear and Smear'???? Cant wait to see all the 'O The Prez' bumper stickers!!! LOL!!!

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Dan, Dayton, Ohio — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:12:16 GMT

Are you Obama supporters really this narrow minded and blind? The economy failures do not rest soley in the arms of Republicians, the Democrats share the blame along with the majority of the american people. Obama will not get elected and wave a magic wand and whammo the economy is fixed lol it doesn't work that way nor will Mccain. America is the leader of this world whether anyone outside it wants to believe it or not. We are the nation that everyones begs to get involved why? because we have the money and military arm to do it.

I look at Obama's plans and I see one thing, the only way to pay for everything he wants to do is to raise taxes either directly or indirectly through higher taxes in business's which everyone should know they will pass that increase on to the us the consumers. I am a Republician and have been for a long time, vote for the person who shares your ideas and values but leave it at that.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Karla — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:12:54 GMT

It is so obvious that McBush and his mouth piece, McNurse, are grasping at anything to win this election. Thank God the American people are not buying it this time. By her performance in the VP debate, McNurse has learned very well from the McBush camp how to reshovel the BS! The only problem is the more she reshovels it, the more it stinks!

OBAMA/BIDEN 08

First thoughts: Obama at 264

sowatt — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:13:08 GMT

Scattered comments - Condolences to the Bidens. McCain would like to do away with health insurance for the middle class and SS for the elderly. Palin would like to do away with McCain so she can become president. What I've heard from people who have dealt with her - she'd find a way to bring on a fatal heart attack if she thought she could get away with it. Both Mc and P would like to do away with Bristol and Levi. It's an embarrassment because he really doesn't want to get married. They aren’t one big happy family- both Bristol and older brother are behavior problems (probably thanks to super-control freak Sarah) Both McC and P would like to do away with any sort of logic in this campaign because it hinders the power grabs based on nothing more than very polluted air. They will continue to only attack because they have nothing positive to contribute to this country. Unfortunately, there are many voters who avoid using their brains whenever possible as well. I wish I could say I hope they get what they deserve, but ALL of us will suffer if those trigger-happy ego-fools get elected.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

CJ_Iceman — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:13:12 GMT

The New President President of the UnitedOBAMA!!!

Go back to Alaska Palin, you're a LIAR and more corrupt than any other VP candidate in history. You're a joke to the world!

First thoughts: Obama at 264

wayne clover sc — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:14:05 GMT

Just how much work experience does obama have in actual work days as state senator only 143 days and YOU beleive he can fill the shoes of our great presidents FROM HIS BOOK Audacity Of Hope he has written[ I WILL STAND WITH THE MUSLIMS SHOULD THE POLITICAL WINDS SHIFT IN AN UGLY DIRECTION] And you people want this man for PRESIDENT! SHAME ON YOU FOR GIVING YOUR COUNTRY AWAY your children will the ones to suffer WAKE UP BEFORE IT IS TO LATE

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Pat, Beloit, Wi — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:14:05 GMT

I am so sick of seeing Palin's face on all the news
stations! Can't these crowds gathering to see her
figure out that she has nothing upstairs?

They talk about the debate she had with Joe Biden, what debate? She didn't answer any of the questions and I doubt if she even knows what the issues are.

The Republicans have won the elections for President, before and after Bill Clinton, because of smear tactics. If the American people let them win again, we all need our heads examined.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

MAP, Richmond, VA — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:14:12 GMT

The hatred seething from the comments on this page is truly disgusting. What has America become? I have lost respect for the radical Obama supporters exponentially, and the same goes for the McCain supporters who fight back. AND I reserve MY judgement for the media's part in creating this monster. America will never be the same again no matter who is elected.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

molly esther,sanbernardino ca — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:14:17 GMT

Obama is a Luo just like the Kenyan Prime minister he supprted and who ordered the killing of innocent children,the mass exodus of unsuspecting peace loving Kenyans who hVE LIVED WITH EACH OTHER FOR YEARS and guese what he financed the weaponry buying project and said nothing about the deaths.He and raila called each other cousins.How can we trust him? Before you tell us what a great leader he is ask him what he has done in all those months when his country of origin was destroyed by his cousins and relatives. We are not ignorant though we choose silence.Thanks but no thanks.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

LB — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:15:17 GMT

I live in Omaha, and when I go walking in the evenings, Obama signs outnumber McCain signs at least 20 to 1. Granted, I live in the more Democratic area of town, but I'm seeing WAY more Obama signs and stickers than McCain. Nebraska splits it's electoral votes, and it looks like Obama may very well get one of them for the first time in many, many years. Explains Palin's appearance here yeterday.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Carol in Apopka, Florida — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:15:23 GMT

With McCain so desperate, he and his lackey should move to Wisteria Lane! Because he knows he has no encouragement or real plans to offer us "regular" citizens, he is reduced to lies, filthy innuendo, and pure evil. This just goes to how you immoral he can become, and that is a dangerous trait for a world leader. And does Palin ever express an original thought, or does she simple read off prepared cue cards.As a middle income, close to retirement teacher, I am frightened about our future.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Isaac Torres, Ft Myers,Fl — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:15:25 GMT

You know lets face it people are tired of the smear issues. We arn't interested in that sort of stuff. Mr.McCain we want to know when will the economy get better and whats it costing me, how bad is my 401 k doing,is my job secure and when will all this stabalize. So if the republicans think this tactic is going to work forget it we are not interested, when is he going to get it Mr keating five.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Dianne Trombley, North Carolina — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:15:27 GMT

McCain wants to cut Medicare and Medicaid to pay for his health plan. I guess he doesn't need his Medicare money but we older folks sure need our Medicare payouts. I have nothing against McCain, however, our country needs CHANGE and it needs it NOW worse than ever. It's about time they bring some young new blood into Washington to make this change otherwise this country is going to be stuck with the same problems it's had for the past four years. Let's move on and elect Obama and give credit to McCain for surving his years. Young blood and new ideas is what this country needs.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Fred, Denver CO — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:15:35 GMT

Americans need to ask themselves how much will the tax cuts Obama promises will they realize when they are out of work. Mccain's & Palin's plan created jobs for those will ing to work. Obamas's & Biden's plan is to tax the working people and give it to those that feel the Government owes them something.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Aimee, San Diego, CA — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:15:56 GMT

"The Obama camp is gambling that McCain will get blamed for starting this fight."

I think they're right, and it's a good gamble. The thing is, Obama's ties with Ayers are so tenuous and insubstantial that it's a dead-end for McCain. Meanwhile, McCain WAS a member of the Keating Five. He did accept those plane rides, for example, and only paid for them when he was caught. His economic policies are crap, and there's a credible case to be made that the economic thinking that led to the Keating Five scandal is the same as the thinking that led us to the current crisis.

If McCain wants to bring up Wright? Good luck to him. Obama was not in the church when Wright made his inflammatory statements. He has already denounced Wright and left the church. Sarah Palin's minister believes in witchcraft and she was on the altar with him while he talked about it -- and in the audience when the founder of Jews for Jesus spoke at the church. When you add that to McCain's solicitation of endorsements from Pastor Hagee and Ron Parsley, this is the ultimate non-starter for McCain.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

greg NY Ny — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:16:04 GMT

Let me get this straight most of you approve of what Ayres did? If so maybe obama (lower case showing no respect) can give him a cabinet post.. How about this, wright (no respect either)to swear in obama,yeah right like that's going to happen...People will say any thing untill they get in the booth...
Do i think Mc Cain is the best canidate? No, but better than tax and spend obama...You people want change? The only change you will have is the change in your pocket....
What really gets me is this election will be decided by people who will vote based on the color of the obama's skin....You get what you ask for...

First thoughts: Obama at 264

noemi acupanda — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:16:09 GMT

we from middle east, wish mccain will be the next prisedent of U>S>A>. not Kenyan terrorist.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Aged Yute, S Orange, NJ — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:16:33 GMT

To change the political landscape, McSame has reintroduced Ayers to target Ohio and Pennsylvania voters. (Alabama you can finally feel insulted for PA being described as Philly and Pitt with Alabama between). My 401K in the dust, my unemployment benefits almost run out and fear of getting sick do not leave any room in my life for these scare tactics. The last time I was in a similar situation there were guys named Neil Bush(where did he disappear?), Keating and John McCain being mentioned.
Forget "Drill, baby, drill" and remember "Economy, baby, economy"

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Don Gerald, Shoreline, WA — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:17:08 GMT

"...both Kerry and Gore did end up losing."

Stop perpetuating this lie. We have known for a long time that both Kerry and Gore won. Gore's win was stolen from him by five Supreme Court so-called justices. Kerry's win was thwarted by documented, proven voting irregularities in Ohio and, again, Florida. If our democracy is sacred, then those who tamper with our elections should be locked up for a very, very long time.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Adrian Johnson, Yakima Washington — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:17:31 GMT

It's amazing, I predicted that McCain and Palin would bow down to this type of politics. Trying to question the character of Obama instead of sticking to the issues that face the American people. Anyone who follows McCain and Palin have got to be ignorant, uninformed, hateful folks. What I mean by ignorant is that, your able to let someone influence your mind over little things when there something larger (Financial, economy) is happening in the U.S. Mt question is "Are these the type of individuals you want leading the American people" if so may God help you.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Richard A. (Dick) Linden, Cedar Rapids, IA — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:17:38 GMT

I will be 72 years old on the 26th of December same age as John McCain. I still hold a full time job as I have prostate cancer and cannot afford to live on Social Security and Medicare as my surgey and radiation treatmensts ran well above $150,000.00 I thank God everyday that I am one of the lucky ones who has very good health insurance and the vast majority of my medical expenses related to cancer were covered.

But you see John McCain has seven houses while the average american is lucky if he or she can afford one.

John McCain also receives free tax payer provided medical coverage while over 50 million Americans have no coverage whatsoever.

Finally I cannot vote for a man, if that's what John McCain is, when he tries to smear the good name of another individual when is past is more corrupt than Senator Obama's

First thoughts: Obama at 264

J. Nickels, IL — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:17:48 GMT

I invite all Obama supporters to join me in donating an extra dollar to the Obama/Biden campaign every time they see or hear a Swift boat style smear.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

buchammer — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:18:01 GMT

We are about to elect a man who has ties to a terrorist and is going to raise our taxes. How long before we have the dictator from iran in the white house for a visit. Bin laden was right we will be gotten from within

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Bet — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:18:40 GMT

It's completely unfair to lay the blame for the economy at McCain's feet. He had nothing to do with it. Take a look at this article by Fortune Magazine, which clearly states that the economic mess America is due in part to the fault of Alan Greenspan and the democrats(http://money.cnn.com/2008/09/29/magazines/fortune/varchaver_derivatives.fortune/index.htm).

Basically, you see that the credit crisis has its roots in the late 1990s, under the watch of Alan Greenspan, and way before George W Bush came into power. Credit Default Swaps (CDS) are one of the main reasons for the crisis.
I quote from the article, "The federal government has long shied away from any oversight of CDS. The CFTC floated the idea of taking an oversight role in the late '90s, only to find itself opposed by Federal Reserve chairman Alan Greenspan and others. Then, in 2000, Congress, with the support of Greenspan and Treasury Secretary Lawrence Summers, passed a bill prohibiting all federal and most state regulation of CDS and other derivatives...The authors of the legislation were so bent on warding off regulation that they had the bill specify that it would 'supersede and preempt the application of any state or local law that prohibits gaming ...'".

In other words, the current debacle is not the fault of the current administration. In fact it was the democrats, and some republicans, who led to this problem.

Take a look at this: http://pantheonjournal.blogspot.com/2008/10/what-just-happened.html

Why are people so silly? McCain is clearly the victim here, whom everyone conveniently blames. Within one week, suddenly everyone is all for Barack Obama. Has he really got a better plan for solving the economic crisis?

Just remember one thing- when economic crises happen, sometimes extremist leaders get voted into power. Look at Germany after World War One. The German economy was in the doldrums. So the people voted in Hitler.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

John, New York, New York — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:18:44 GMT

I read these blogs from time to time and am just glad I have a good memory.

You guys are always the same people. never any new bloggers trashing McCain.

That's a very good sign...

McCain/Palin '08

First thoughts: Obama at 264

buchammer — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:20:26 GMT

We need to throw everyone out of washinhton and start over. Obama took more money from fanny and freddie to put in his pocket

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Colin Stitt — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:20:56 GMT

Way to go dem's. Every blog site I read is so full of incredible hatred and vile accusations and character assassinations from liberals that it truely announces the greatest threat that this country faces today. That is, the state of mind of liberals who want to take over this nation and undo all the good that has been done in the past. Whether John McCain and Sarah Palin are better equipped to run this country or not is of no consequence when compared to the vile hatred and despicable name calling and attacks that spew from the mouths of liberals. And remember, the Obama/Biden ticket is the most liberal that has ever attempted to win the White House. God save America!!

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Simon, NJ — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:21:15 GMT

There ya go again, msnbc. Still spinning on behalf of the Obama campaign. Even your own "likely" McCain electoral votes outnumber Obama's for the first time in weeks.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Daivid Paul — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:21:50 GMT

Please stick to the economy. Why turn the page and turn to mud slinging? The economy is what we need to hear about. What will the McCain/Palin team do to correct this mess the economy is in. Any other smear tactics is just a smoke screen to hide the the lack of knolwedge of McCain/Palin ticket on how to get our economy back on track. Has McCain or Palin looked at the market today? If they have they would not want to turn the page, if they had a plan to get us out of this mess.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Chris F. Antioch, CA — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:21:53 GMT

Yeah counterattack, but Keating Five is a legitimate issue right now. We've just been waiting for Obama to play this card. I actually thought it would have been more appropriate a couple of weeks ago, but better late than never.

Real historical involvement means a lot more than distanced association and innuendo like the Ayers crap. McCain doesn't understand, that over the last month, he's giving the voters proof, through his own actions, that he has no credibility to win this election.

Also, I've seen the healthcare ads, very smart.

Obama / Biden 08 and 12

First thoughts: Obama at 264

dave washington, DC — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:22:26 GMT

it is times like these that i wish we had a viable third party ... candidates other than Obama and McCain

First thoughts: Obama at 264

MS, Charlotte, NC — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 16:22:51 GMT

Palin can't do anything else but to sling mud at Obama. If the McCain camp tells her to talk about the economy she won't know what to say.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Clay Dallas NC — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 21:01:35 GMT

Work hard earn a lot of money so Obama can take it from you or do you people not work and just want more from us that do?

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Ben Purser, Royal Oak, MI — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 21:01:54 GMT

Sarah Palin reminds me of George Bush, clueless but very confident. This country had enought of second rate students running for high office and they always seems to be coming from the GOP side. When will the GOP give us smart conservatives like David Brooks, Peggy Noonan, John Roberts, Sam Alito and George Will to be their party standard bearer. I disagree with all of the above but at least they are smart people.

First thoughts: Obama at 264

Bill C. Big Rapids Michigan — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 21:02:33 GMT

Obama is nothing more than a UN puppet and will work to turn our country into a socialized society like most of Europe. Here are the changes you can believe in 1. higher income taxes 2. higher capital gains taxes 3. reductions in free speech by bringing back the fairness doctrine 4. elimination of your right to own firearms 5. socialization of medicine and more tax increases to pay for it 6. weakening of our military 7. surrender in Iraq 8. open borders and more rights for illegal immigrants than you have. This man is more dangerous to the US than Osama Bin Laden. Just remember this when you cast your vote November 4th that a vote for Obama is a vote for someone our enemies support.