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If we are doing a comparison of gotchas and verbal gaffes, then why use Obama as a target?[/quote]

Well, he’s only running for president. I do notice that many people are critical of George W. Bush because they say he lies, that he can’t speak well, and they use that to insult his intelligence and make fun of him. However, when Obama does the same things, people object to calling him out on those mistakes. Hardly sounds fair. As Americans, we should be able to kick the tires before we buy the car, can’t we?

And besides, if Obama is unable to speak well, he has a thin resume, has a lack of understanding regarding history, and then he lies, what else does he have to offer? Is this really a person you want for president? Really?

I actually don’t mind Obama making mistakes (in my view, the only way not to make mistakes is to not do anything), but we should be able to at least call him to task for it.

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Actually I agree. We should be able to call him on it. However, my point is that these are cheap shots. You would make a better case by just saying that his policies are weak and then explain why. If you are looking to just do cheap shots, then I submit to you that this may be too intelligent a blog for you (and thats kind of sad). I don’t say this to be insulting. I say this because I would like to actually discuss policy with you. You have something good to say but you keep hiding it behind weak lines and cheap shots. Please step up dude. I’ll wait for you. I really would like to hear your real points.