The following are excerpts are statements by Obama from the Presidential debate, can anyone explain why the Democrats are considered a progressive left alternative to the GOP
On the financial crisis: “I think Senator McCain’s absolutely right that we need more responsibility.” On spending: “Senator McCain is absolutely right that the earmarks process has been abused.” On taxation: “John mentioned the fact that business taxes on paper are high in this country, and he’s absolutely right.” On the federal budget: “John is right, we have to make cuts.” On Iraq: “Senator McCain is absolutely right that the violence has been reduced as a consequence of the extraordinary sacrifice of our troops and our military families.” On threatening military action in Pakistan: “John ... you’re absolutely right that presidents have to be prudent in what they say.” On Iran: “Senator McCain is absolutely right, we cannot tolerate a nuclear Iran.” --~--~---------~--~----~------------~-------~--~----~ Thanks for being part of "PoliticalForum" at Google Groups. For options & help see http://groups.google.com/group/PoliticalForum * Visit our other community at http://www.PoliticalForum.com/ * It's active and moderated. Register and vote in our polls. * Read the latest breaking news, and more. -~----------~----~----~----~------~----~------~--~---
