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Reacts to McCain's proposal in Clearwater, Florida: "This is exactly the time the American people need to hear from the person who in approximately 40 days will be responsible for dealing with this mess."

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Adds he intends to continue campaigning and preparing for the debate.

"What I think is important is that we don't suddenly infuse Capitol Hill with presidential politics..."

Also takes a swipe at McCain: "Presidents are going to have to deal with more than one thing at a time."

McCain aide Holtz-Eakin: "Sen. McCain will continue to work with both Sen. Obama and the commission on the scheduling of the debate."

Sen. Reid: Candidates' return to DC “would not be helpful at this time.”

McCain response to Reid: "This is quite a reversal from yesterday..." Read full response.

MSNBC: Debate commission says they're going ahead full speed with Friday's face-off.

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