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Headlines from October 22nd, 2008
Schwarzenegger: Palin Will Be Ready
The California Governor sidesteps a question from CNN about Palin's readiness to be president by saying he thinks she will be ready by Inauguration Day. Watch clip above. Permalink
When They Cry
Real men do cry, it appears-- at least real candidates do. McCain and Obama open up to Katie Couric on Wednesday's "CBS Evening News" about what makes them tear up. McCain says "I cry regularly" about young people who sacrifice for the country in the military. "My eyes well up, as they are right now...." Obama says he got choked up at his daughter's 10th birthday party in July. "I realized, you know, that she was growing up.... My kids get to me every time." The two also discuss their opponent's strengths, as well as weaknesses-- read the transcript here. Permalink
Two Proud Redneck Women
At an Ohio rally, Gov. Palin asks for an autograph from warm-up singer Gretchen Wilson, known for her song "Redneck Woman." Palin: "Someone called me a redneck woman once. You know what I said back? Thank you very much!" Politico's Jonathan Martin: A Palin moment "that will play much better in 'real Virginia' than at any Georgetown cocktail parties." Permalink
PALIN HINTS SHE MAY RELEASE MEDICAL RECORDS
In an interview with NBC's Brian Williams, the GOP veep candidate suggests she's willing to let the press sift through the records. "I'm healthy, happy, I've had five kids... never seriously ill or hurt, you'll see that in the medical records if they're released." McCain defends Palin's experience in light of Colin Powell endorsement while Palin discusses what a "precondition" in meeting with foreign leaders means to her. Watch video clip above. Read more excerpts here. Permalink
NEW POLLS: OBAMA MAINTAINS LEAD IN SEVERAL RED STATES
From TIME/CNN battleground polls, among likely voters: Nevada: Obama 51, McCain 46 North Carolina: Obama 51, McCain 47 Ohio: Obama 50, McCain 46 Virginia: Obama 54, McCain 44 West Virginia: McCain 53, Obama 44 Dates conducted: Oct. 19-21. Error margin: Ranges from 3.5 to 4 points. For more -- including how Ayers and ACORN are affecting voters in these states -- click here. Permalink
McCain, Obama Help Usher In World Series
The candidates' voices are part of an opening video segment airing before each game. The two read quotes about baseball from American icons such as Martin Luther King, Franklin Roosevelt and John F. Kennedy. The series begins Wednesday. Click here to watch. Permalink
McCain: "All I Can Do Is Laugh"
The GOP nominee scoffs at Obama's promises in an interview with CNN's Wolf Blitzer Wednesday, saying he's been "all over the place" with his economic proposals. Also defends homeowners in the mortgage crisis, saying they're "the innocent bystanders in a drive-by shooting by Wall Street and Washington." Watch video clip above. Read highlighted excerpts here, and read the full transcript here. Response on CNN from Obama adviser Axelrod: Says McCain's claim that Obama hasn't challenged party leaders "is simply not true" and dismisses claim that Obama is the most liberal Senator. Says the campaign was once 30 points behind, and "we don't pay much attention to polls." Permalink
DOW TAKES A DIVE
The stock average closes down more than 500 points amid weak corporate earnings and renewed fears of a recession. S&P closes at a 5-year low. Permalink
Biden Targets Failed Corporate Execs
Speaking in Colorado Springs, the VP candidate pledges to fight corporate greed if he and Obama are elected. Blasts executives pulling in hefty paychecks while employees lose their pensions. "Their pensions go first," he tells a cheering crowd. McCain camp responds here. , 3:37 PM
McCain Looks to Pull Off Another Granite State Win
The Arizonan tells the New Hampshire Union Leader in an interview that he's counting on the Granite State for another big win. “Listen, one thing I do know is that the people of New Hampshire know me and to a degree, I kind of rely on that." "...I kind of have an abiding faith that they’ll come through for me one more time." Adds he is “90 percent sure” that he will return to the state “at least one more time” before Nov. 4. Permalink
MCCAIN-PALIN RALLY BUCKEYE STATE
Both halves of the GOP ticket appear together in front of an energetic crowd in a packed high school football stadium in Green, Ohio. McCain again puts focus on Joe the Plumber, Obama's tax plan, small businesses and more. Permalink
Giuliani Robocall Hits Obama on Crime
RNC/McCain battleground state robocall features the former New York mayor warning that Obama "opposes mandatory prison sentences for sex offenders, drug dealers and murderers." Also hammers "congressional liberals" and "liberal judges." Permalink
2 Polls, 2 Tales
National numbers, among likely voters: AP/GfK: Obama 44, McCain 43 Conducted Oct. 16-20. Error margin: 3.5 points. Read more here. Fox/Opinion Dynamics: Obama 49, McCain 40 Conducted Oct. 20-21. Error margin: 3 points. Read more here. Permalink
What It Takes: Wednesday Edition
HALPERIN'S TAKE: The five most important people in American politics right now -- who aren't running for president. Permalink
Obama: McCain "Fighting for Joe the Hedge Fund Manager"
The Land of Lincolner accuses McCain of not really being for Joe the Plumber during a midday rally at the Richmond Coliseum in Virginia. "John McCain likes to talk about Joe the plumber but he’s in cahoots with Joe the CEO. Don’t be fooled. Don't let them hoodwink you." Also defends his record on taxes, suggests McCain isn't behind the second economic stimulus. Read prepared remarks here. McCain camp responds: "...It's Barack Obama who has taken more campaign cash from ‘Joe Hedge Fund' than any other candidate." Statement here. Permalink
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