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Top Obama supporter in Pennsylvania tells CNN that accusations of elitism are “ridiculous.” Click above for video.

Acknowledges a “poor choice of words,” but says, “I don’t think (voters) are going to judge him by one statement. I think they’re going to judge him by his record, by his commitment to change….”

Says Obama’s comments at San Francisco fundraiser were meant to express voters’ frustration at the economy and at Washington. Still predicts an Obama win on April 22.

An Obama adviser tells The Page Sunday: “We believe he will be helpful by continuing to vouch for the Obama he knows. Having his support means a lot to us - especially in areas and demographics where we haven’t done as well.”

–Obama expected to address flap at Pennsylvania events Sunday.

–Does this video mean Obama might face a Macaca Moment?

–Keystone Staters share mixed views on the issue– some agree, but one calls comments “a slap in the face.”

WashPost: Obama frustrated at his word choices, but stunned by the uproar.

Earlier developments in the controversy here.

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