Obama: “Our Job Is to Put Out the Fire”

The Land of Lincolner makes the case for a financial rescue plan in Reno, Nevada, telling supporters the economic crisis affects them directly. "If we do not act, it will be harder for you to get a mortgage for your home or the loans you need to buy a car or send your children to college." Read prepared remarks here. McCain camp responds here. More: Politico reports Obama began calling individual rank-and-file members Tuesday, stepping up his advocacy efforts for the bill. Plus: Sen. Clinton underscores the need for quick bipartisan action to halt the economic crisis in media call. Read remarks here.