October 9, 2007
Posted: October 9th, 2007 09:20 AM ET
WASHINGTON (CNN) - Sen. Hillary Clinton often holds several town-hall events a day as she campaigns for the Democratic presidential nomination. But a particular gathering in northern Iowa Sunday is the subject of several media reports after the New York Democrat engaged in a verbal tussle with a questioner over Iran. At an event in New Hampton, Iowa, a questioner took issue with Clinton's recent Senate vote calling on President Bush to formally call the Iranian Revolutionary Guard a terrorist organization. He argued that such a distinction confers the president with the ability to invade the country. "Why should I support your candidacy . . . if it appears you haven't learned from your past mistakes?" the questioner asked, referring to Clinton's vote to authorize the use of military force in Iraq. Clinton began by telling the questioner "the premise of the question is wrong," and argued the measure calls for the terrorist label so that sanctions can be imposed. The sanctions, she also said, will in turn "send a clear message to the leadership" and lead to stronger diplomatic efforts. The Democratic presidential front-runner then concluded by suggesting the question was planted, saying, "somebody obviously sent it to you." Rolph denied anyone had put him to the question. "I take exception," Rolph fired back. "This is my own research. Nobody sent it to me, I am offended that you would suggest that." "Let me finish," Clinton sharply responded, before saying "I apologize, I just have been asked the very same question in three other places." Click here to CNN's new political portal: CNNPolitics.com – CNN Ticker Producer Alexander Mooney Filed under: Hillary Clinton Iowa
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