McCain's Political Theater?

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Registered: 03-25-2007
McCain's Political Theater?
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Wed, 09-24-2008 - 3:39pm
I think McCain's "suspension" of his campaign to go to DC and sit around while Congress hammers out a bailout plan is just political theater.  I am not sure that McCain's presence is required at all.  He will need to vote on a bill either way, but he can fly in, vote and be back on the trail.  Also, I think postponing the debate is another political stunt.   You know, "country first."  Our country's representatives cannot work on this program without McCain and his campaign lobbyists sitting there sounds a bit ridiculous.   I think this political theater will play well to the base, but I think it makes McCain look like he cannot multi-task well enough to campaign then go vote on a bill.

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iVillage Member
Registered: 08-31-2003
Wed, 09-24-2008 - 10:16pm
Do you really think Dodd is going to give an honest, non-partisan rhetorical comment regarding any Republican, let alone McCain on this issue?
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iVillage Member
Registered: 03-25-2007
Wed, 09-24-2008 - 10:32pm
George Stephanolous was speaking of the "politics" not necessarily of the actual points in the bailout bill.

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Registered: 07-15-2008
Wed, 09-24-2008 - 11:24pm

The talking heads on T.V. tonight said that Obama called McCain FIRST and said let's work together on this.

iVillage Member
Registered: 03-25-2007
Wed, 09-24-2008 - 11:39pm
The polls might explain just how silly this is.

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iVillage Member
Registered: 09-22-2008
Wed, 09-24-2008 - 11:44pm
The bottom line is Obama has to quit taking the "high" road - it will cost him - he has to
iVillage Member
Registered: 11-08-2003
Wed, 09-24-2008 - 11:54pm
I agree, it's a political ploy. By asking Obama to back him on suspending activities, he has him in an awkward position. If he says "no", it will make him look unconcerned to conservatives. The Chicago Tribune had an unofficial poll, which asked if the person agreed with McCain's request. People overwhelmingly voted no. Keep in mind that the Trib is a right leaning paper. They haven't endorsed anyone yet. They have never endorsed a Democrat for president.

 Rose

iVillage Member
Registered: 08-29-2008
Wed, 09-24-2008 - 11:55pm
You know, he just told them he was irrelevant.
iVillage Member
Registered: 09-22-2008
Thu, 09-25-2008 - 12:01am
Actually, it is McCain who is irrelevant now - the only thing he is good for is a photo op in the chambers......
iVillage Member
Registered: 08-29-2008
Thu, 09-25-2008 - 12:02am
I think that's wishful thinking on your part. This was a wise move for McCain.
iVillage Member
Registered: 09-15-2008
Thu, 09-25-2008 - 12:03am
The election is already over.

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