Comments on: Blitzer: If the economy is weak, will Democrats benefit? http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/ All politics, all the time Mon, 21 Dec 2009 22:07:36 +0000 http://wordpress.com/ hourly 1 By: Whose had Enough http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633655 Whose had Enough Thu, 28 Feb 2008 01:30:14 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633655 Mr. Blitzer, do you remember 9/11?......Al-Queda and Osama bin-Laden attacked us that day, not Saddam Hussein and Iraq. Suggesting the poor economy will help Democrats win the White House in 2008 is in poor taste considering the media's lack of attention to the Bush administration's buildup to invade Iraq through stong-armed intellegence. The economy is great for oil company executives. Mr. Blitzer, do you remember 9/11?......Al-Queda and Osama bin-Laden attacked us that day, not Saddam Hussein and Iraq. Suggesting the poor economy will help Democrats win the White House in 2008 is in poor taste considering the media's lack of attention to the Bush administration's buildup to invade Iraq through stong-armed intellegence.

The economy is great for oil company executives.

]]> By: joe m. http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633574 joe m. Thu, 28 Feb 2008 01:16:22 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633574 the democrats are not immune to the economic backlash. while the administration had a hand at the economic mess we are in, democrats are not without blame. the question that democrats may need to answer is what they've done during the time that they've controlled the senate and house. the democrats are not immune to the economic backlash. while the administration had a hand at the economic mess we are in, democrats are not without blame. the question that democrats may need to answer is what they've done during the time that they've controlled the senate and house.

]]> By: kelly feagans http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633536 kelly feagans Thu, 28 Feb 2008 01:11:41 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633536 Will Democrats benefit? ONE is already benefiting from CNN's biased coverage! The other one... she is fighting against male dominance, and that includes the male dominated establishment at CNN! Generally speaking, men still won't vote for a woman. Obama's name is all over your website. CNN is clearly part of the Bush era, "I'm the decider" mentality. And I thought you GUYS were fair! Time to change the channel. Will Democrats benefit? ONE is already benefiting from CNN's biased coverage! The other one... she is fighting against male dominance, and that includes the male dominated establishment at CNN! Generally speaking, men still won't vote for a woman. Obama's name is all over your website. CNN is clearly part of the Bush era, "I'm the decider" mentality. And I thought you GUYS were fair! Time to change the channel.

]]> By: fonsworth for OBAMA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633511 fonsworth for OBAMA Thu, 28 Feb 2008 01:07:57 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633511 First of all there is no if about the economy being weak. And the Iraqi war is a major contributor to our economic down trend. We have lost trillions of dollars out of our economy. Bush ran the country the same way he ran his other businesses, and Hillary and McCain were right there to help him, in any way they can. First of all there is no if about the economy being weak. And the Iraqi war is a major contributor to our economic down trend. We have lost trillions of dollars out of our economy. Bush ran the country the same way he ran his other businesses, and Hillary and McCain were right there to help him, in any way they can.

]]> By: here http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633505 here Thu, 28 Feb 2008 01:07:19 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633505 this is how low some of HRC supporters are: "if Barak Obama wins, they will vote Mcain" 1. In the 000's of comments ive read, only HRC supporters have said so, and yet they speak about conviction to political ideology and its importance to voting. 2. If you are fickle or hateful enough to be a turncoat (low life traitor) good luck to you, there aren't many of you. 3. Have any of you turncoats evr stopped to think that if you truly are democratic in you beliefs, that part of that is accepting the choice of the majority, and in this case like minded peers? 4. If you think like this, you are a disgrace and a detractor of DEMOCRACY. ....now you may cast your stones but i know when i go to sleep at night, i go with my honor intact and sleep comes easy as i need not lie to myself, nor do i live in fear or hate, this is how low some of HRC supporters are: "if Barak Obama wins, they will vote Mcain"

1. In the 000's of comments ive read, only HRC supporters have said so, and yet they speak about conviction to political ideology and its importance to voting.

2. If you are fickle or hateful enough to be a turncoat (low life traitor) good luck to you, there aren't many of you.

3. Have any of you turncoats evr stopped to think that if you truly are democratic in you beliefs, that part of that is accepting the choice of the majority, and in this case like minded peers?

4. If you think like this, you are a disgrace and a detractor of DEMOCRACY.

....now you may cast your stones but i know when i go to sleep at night, i go with my honor intact and sleep comes easy as i need not lie to myself, nor do i live in fear or hate,

]]> By: Cali guy http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633494 Cali guy Thu, 28 Feb 2008 01:05:33 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633494 It really seems to depend on who the media picks now days more than any issue facing us. If I had to choose between Obummer and McCain, I'd have to pick Nader. Wish they'd just tell us who they've picked so we can actually move on from there. It really seems to depend on who the media picks now days more than any issue facing us. If I had to choose between Obummer and McCain, I'd have to pick Nader. Wish they'd just tell us who they've picked so we can actually move on from there.

]]> By: Donna http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633469 Donna Thu, 28 Feb 2008 01:00:48 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633469 Obama is the best thing that we have going for us. Someone with fresh ideas who is not afraid to be different. First time I have ever been this excited to see someone like him become our President. Obama is the best thing that we have going for us. Someone with fresh ideas who is not afraid to be different. First time I have ever been this excited to see someone like him become our President.

]]> By: justme http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633465 justme Thu, 28 Feb 2008 01:00:35 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633465 once again wolf, you can tell who side's you are on and you used to be so good!! anyway, i just watch LOU DOBBS and saw how NEWS is suppose to be . . . look at both sides equally. maybe one day you will get back on track. once again wolf, you can tell who side's you are on and you used to be so good!! anyway, i just watch LOU DOBBS and saw how NEWS is suppose to be . . . look at both sides equally. maybe one day you will get back on track.

]]> By: Karla http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633461 Karla Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:59:48 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633461 If the economy is weak, the people lose. Obama and McCain can be straightshooters but they have a long way to go as far as economic growth policies. If the economy is weak, the people lose.

Obama and McCain can be straightshooters but they have a long way to go as far as economic growth policies.

]]> By: Hillary and Hillary Only http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633431 Hillary and Hillary Only Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:55:28 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633431 Hillary is the best candidate here. Even the recent poll released from CNN tells that Hillary advances in double digit points regarding economy. Hillary 2008! Hillary is the best candidate here. Even the recent poll released from CNN tells that Hillary advances in double digit points regarding economy. Hillary 2008!

]]> By: facts show http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633381 facts show Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:47:18 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633381 America will face many obstacles in the near future, only a leader with experience and concrete plans will be able to turn things around. Speaches are only words Obama has memorized and rehearsed, he talks about all the glorious things that would make America good, but actions speak louder than words and Clinton has so much integrity in her actions that she would not promise something that she would not be able to put forth and complete. IT MAKES YOU WONDER OBAMA PROMISES SO MUCH WHEN WOULD HE HAVE TIME TO COMPLETE ALL THE TASKS. Maybe if he is at his desk or negotiating with other very powerful countries 24 Hours a day. He would still not be able to hold all his promises. During a debate or interview, I wonder if Obama was asked questions first by CNN Commentators how much awwws and umms he would come up with. Why are the Commentators so easy on Obama, it gives him a false sense of security, a president needs to be ready for answers and have substance behind the answers not wishy washy words that he speaks. America will face many obstacles in the near future, only a leader with experience and concrete plans will be able to turn things around. Speaches are only words Obama has memorized and rehearsed, he talks about all the glorious things that would make America good, but actions speak louder than words and Clinton has so much integrity in her actions that she would not promise something that she would not be able to put forth and complete. IT MAKES YOU WONDER OBAMA PROMISES SO MUCH WHEN WOULD HE HAVE TIME TO COMPLETE ALL THE TASKS. Maybe if he is at his desk or negotiating with other very powerful countries 24 Hours a day. He would still not be able to hold all his promises. During a debate or interview, I wonder if Obama was asked questions first by CNN Commentators how much awwws and umms he would come up with. Why are the Commentators so easy on Obama, it gives him a false sense of security, a president needs to be ready for answers and have substance behind the answers not wishy washy words that he speaks.

]]> By: Rosemary Storaska http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633369 Rosemary Storaska Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:45:47 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633369 Only if we have Hillary Clinton on the ticket! She is the "can do" person. With Obama all we will get are "canned" speechs that come from everyone but himself. What is he? Does anyone know about the things related by the Pennsylvania governor today on CNN? Do we get to know anything about thie glorious career in the Senate that gave him this rise to a "rock" star? Go figure? Slow it down, TEXAS. The Dems did little to help this economy with the inexperienced Bush and I seriously dobut Obama is going to work the "magic" of hope but calling it down from heaven! Only if we have Hillary Clinton on the ticket! She is the "can do" person. With Obama all we will get are "canned" speechs that come from everyone but himself. What is he? Does anyone know about the things related by the Pennsylvania governor today on CNN? Do we get to know anything about thie glorious career in the Senate that gave him this rise to a "rock" star? Go figure? Slow it down, TEXAS. The Dems did little to help this economy with the inexperienced Bush and I seriously dobut Obama is going to work the "magic" of hope but calling it down from heaven!

]]> By: kim portland, oregon http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633353 kim portland, oregon Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:44:31 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633353 dont forget mccain's statement that if he keeps supporting the war "i will lose". talk about a candidate we should fear!!! obama 08! dont forget mccain's statement that if he keeps supporting the war "i will lose". talk about a candidate we should fear!!!

obama 08!

]]> By: Wilhemina http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633348 Wilhemina Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:43:42 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633348 CNN, why are you manipulating the posts? You have heard of free speech, yes or no? CNN, why are you manipulating the posts? You have heard of free speech, yes or no?

]]> By: kim portland, oregon http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633311 kim portland, oregon Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:39:21 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633311 ya think, fools?!!?!?!? OF COURSE bush et al are to blame for the economy. and of course the repubs will feel the pain when they become a very small minority in our government----FINALLY! ya think, fools?!!?!?!? OF COURSE bush et al are to blame for the economy. and of course the repubs will feel the pain when they become a very small minority in our government--FINALLY!

]]> By: Jessica http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633298 Jessica Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:38:11 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633298 At this point, the fighting within the Democratic Party as shown through the posts here shows that the Democrats probably will not win the election this year regardless of who wins the nomination. A lot of people have been so turned off by Hillary with her recent immature behavior that they will turn to mccain as well as those who do not like obama. So I ask, what has been accomplished by all of the arguing, except to give the Republicans the edge? We started out with two viable candidates and we are helping to make them unelectable! Let's not blame the press as they do not own all of the responsibility for the current state of affairs. The people down in the Democratic party should shoulder some of the responsibility. At this point, the fighting within the Democratic Party as shown through the posts here shows that the Democrats probably will not win the election this year regardless of who wins the nomination. A lot of people have been so turned off by Hillary with her recent immature behavior that they will turn to mccain as well as those who do not like obama. So I ask, what has been accomplished by all of the arguing, except to give the Republicans the edge? We started out with two viable candidates and we are helping to make them unelectable! Let's not blame the press as they do not own all of the responsibility for the current state of affairs. The people down in the Democratic party should shoulder some of the responsibility.

]]> By: Evan Esteves, Boca Raton FL http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633270 Evan Esteves, Boca Raton FL Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:35:52 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633270 Hey Liza and Alice...in your McCain lovefest can you tell me if you are with Hillary on the issues??? Because as far as I can tell, the main issues Hillary Clinton talks about are "Universal Health Care", and ending the "War in Iraq"...Both of which will never happen under a President McCain...so from this "TRUE DEMOCRAT" (from Florida I might add) I look forward to canceling your vote this November! Hey Liza and Alice...in your McCain lovefest can you tell me if you are with Hillary on the issues??? Because as far as I can tell, the main issues Hillary Clinton talks about are "Universal Health Care", and ending the "War in Iraq"...Both of which will never happen under a President McCain...so from this "TRUE DEMOCRAT" (from Florida I might add) I look forward to canceling your vote this November!

]]> By: Ca Native http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633243 Ca Native Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:33:05 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633243 John McCain actually will prove to be strong on the economy. His vote against the Bush tax cuts (because he wanted reduced spending), his staunch opposition to earmarks, etc demonstrates his fiscal conservative bent - which IS what we need to help improve the economy. Socialized National Healthcare and all the flowery programs detailed by the Democrats will only exacerbate the stalling economy and put us into a full-blown recession. Just say NO to socialism! Vote yes for John McCain. John McCain actually will prove to be strong on the economy. His vote against the Bush tax cuts (because he wanted reduced spending), his staunch opposition to earmarks, etc demonstrates his fiscal conservative bent – which IS what we need to help improve the economy.

Socialized National Healthcare and all the flowery programs detailed by the Democrats will only exacerbate the stalling economy and put us into a full-blown recession.

Just say NO to socialism! Vote yes for John McCain.

]]> By: patti http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633228 patti Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:32:03 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633228 The democrats will benefit if Hillary is the nominee!!! The Republicans keep saying it is going to be harder to beat Obama. They are using psychology and the media and the people are playing right into it. If Obama faces Mc Cain in the general election , Mc Cain will wipe the floor with him. When Mc Cain attacks, Obama will not be able to use the "Whine" card on this "American Hero" ! Hillary has a much better chance of standing up to McCain on the economy ! HER ECONOMICS PLAN IS STUNNING!!!!! She also has the experience to make that claim. She is far more educated on foreign policy and she will definitely be able to have a conversation. If Barrock is the nominee, we may as well just turn over the keys to Pennsylvania Ave. to Mc Cain now because I think that Hillary supporters will vote for the good of our Country even that means Mc Cain wins the election. As far as Cnn polls go, I don't know who they talk to but I have never been asked my opinion! Hillary keep fighting !!! The USA needs YOU!!!! The democrats will benefit if Hillary is the nominee!!! The Republicans keep saying it is going to be harder to beat Obama. They are using psychology and the media and the people are playing right into it. If Obama faces Mc Cain in the general election , Mc Cain will wipe the floor with him. When Mc Cain attacks, Obama will not be able to use the "Whine" card on this "American Hero" ! Hillary has a much better chance of standing up to McCain on the economy ! HER ECONOMICS PLAN IS STUNNING!!!!! She also has the experience to make that claim. She is far more educated on foreign policy and she will definitely be able to have a conversation. If Barrock is the nominee, we may as well just turn over the keys to Pennsylvania Ave. to Mc Cain now because I think that Hillary supporters will vote for the good of our Country even that means Mc Cain wins the election. As far as Cnn polls go, I don't know who they talk to but I have never been asked my opinion! Hillary keep fighting !!! The USA needs YOU!!!!

]]> By: D White http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633216 D White Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:30:21 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633216 Hillary Clinton in 2008: "It took a Clinton to clean up after the 1st Bush, maybe what we need is another Clinton to clean up after the 2nd Bush." Bill Clinton in 2000: "Nothing is more dangerous that an old idea that has had its time." Followed by: The Iraqi oil war 2003-?? Bill Clinton in 1992: "Its the economy, stupid." Followed by: Unprecedented economic growth. Still believe Barack Obama is your best democratic choice? Hillary Clinton in 2008:

"It took a Clinton to clean up after the 1st Bush, maybe what we need is another Clinton to clean up after the 2nd Bush."

Bill Clinton in 2000:

"Nothing is more dangerous that an old idea that has had its time."

Followed by: The Iraqi oil war 2003-??

Bill Clinton in 1992:

"Its the economy, stupid."

Followed by: Unprecedented economic growth.

Still believe Barack Obama is your best democratic choice?

]]> By: doug http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633182 doug Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:27:51 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633182 If Obama win, then I will vote for MCain for the safety of our country. I don't trust him whether he can handle to the poor economy or IRAQ war. If Obama win, then I will vote for MCain for the safety of our country. I don't trust him whether he can handle to the poor economy or IRAQ war.

]]> By: aware http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633165 aware Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:26:38 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633165 Dems will benefit if Hillary is the nominee - otherwise no! Hillary the HOPE of 08 :) Dems will benefit if Hillary is the nominee – otherwise no!

Hillary the HOPE of 08 :)

]]> By: SH http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633145 SH Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:25:10 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633145 The economy is weak, the candidate with the most experience and the best thought out plans should prevail....oh no, wait, all of these young educated folks seem to be voting for charisma instead. We are rowing towards the rapids very fast. Everybody hang on, we are in for a rough ride. Who needs a sound economy anyway.............. after all, we have been inspired and we have hope. We can smile as we file bankruptcy. The economy is weak, the candidate with the most experience and the best thought out plans should prevail....oh no, wait, all of these young educated folks seem to be voting for charisma instead. We are rowing towards the rapids very fast. Everybody hang on, we are in for a rough ride. Who needs a sound economy anyway.............. after all, we have been inspired and we have hope. We can smile as we file bankruptcy.

]]> By: Jed in Texas http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633127 Jed in Texas Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:23:08 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633127 It will help Democrats if we are in a depression by then,which I think we are headed for.Giving three hundred dollars a month to every Sunni not to fight in Iraq isnt helping my bottom line any either but it does help to make the Surge look like its really working. It will help Democrats if we are in a depression by then,which I think we are headed for.Giving three hundred dollars a month to every Sunni not to fight in Iraq isnt helping my bottom line any either but it does help to make the Surge look like its really working.

]]> By: Independent-Latina-voter, Salt Lake City, UT http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633121 Independent-Latina-voter, Salt Lake City, UT Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:22:17 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633121 Sen. Obama will bring welcomed change into the White House. That's what the American people have been voting for. I believe that the economy will bounce back, and though the Clintons would like to take credit for the 90's Economy, those are not the facts. The country was already on recovery when Bill took over. About age & wisdom: McCain & Hillary are SO brilliant, experienced & wise that they BOTH supported the war we are in! The debt of over 9 TRILLION, the lives lost are their responsibility just as it is Bush's. Bush-Clinton-Bush-Clinton IS not change its more of the same. Americans can think for themselves and they will choose wisely. OBAMA 08 Sen. Obama will bring welcomed change into the White House. That's what the American people have been voting for.

I believe that the economy will bounce back, and though the Clintons would like to take credit for the 90's Economy, those are not the facts. The country was already on recovery when Bill took over.

About age & wisdom: McCain & Hillary are SO brilliant, experienced & wise that they BOTH supported the war we are in! The debt of over 9 TRILLION, the lives lost are their responsibility just as it is Bush's.

Bush-Clinton-Bush-Clinton IS not change its more of the same.

Americans can think for themselves and they will choose wisely.

OBAMA 08

]]> By: Lee AZ http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633106 Lee AZ Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:19:34 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633106 I see many comments that are buying into the notion that W Bush and Obama had similar deficiencies in experience and that is why the past 7 years have been a failure. That is not reality. Bush's policies are really Cheney's policies and the reason Cheney was chosen as VP and kept as VP was because of his vast experience. The failures of the current administration have everything to do with judgement and corporate Americana's influence and not experience. Not one candidate has presidential experience. It is the most difficult and unique position in the world. First Lady experience doesn't count and by Hillary's own criteria of being responsible and accountable for decisions it doesn't count. If you look at how these campaigns have been run you must admit that Obama is the most capable candidate. Obama's campaign is in alignment with more Americans as seen by turnout. His fundraising has been nothing but remarkable. His leadership, management and judgement throughout this campaign has been superior to all candidates both Republican and Democrat. Anyone who has been in true leadership positions will tell you that having the judgement to make the right decision, ability to inspire those you lead, and build support are the most critical things to the success of any leader. Policies don't matter, experience doesn't matter, gender, race, or your name doesn't matter if you don't have those skills. Obama has shown to be out in front in all of those critical skills. Obama is a true leader. From the behavior I have seen from Hillary she doesn't qualify as a role model for my daughter. I expect better. I see many comments that are buying into the notion that W Bush and Obama had similar deficiencies in experience and that is why the past 7 years have been a failure. That is not reality. Bush's policies are really Cheney's policies and the reason Cheney was chosen as VP and kept as VP was because of his vast experience. The failures of the current administration have everything to do with judgement and corporate Americana's influence and not experience.

Not one candidate has presidential experience. It is the most difficult and unique position in the world. First Lady experience doesn't count and by Hillary's own criteria of being responsible and accountable for decisions it doesn't count.

If you look at how these campaigns have been run you must admit that Obama is the most capable candidate. Obama's campaign is in alignment with more Americans as seen by turnout. His fundraising has been nothing but remarkable. His leadership, management and judgement throughout this campaign has been superior to all candidates both Republican and Democrat. Anyone who has been in true leadership positions will tell you that having the judgement to make the right decision, ability to inspire those you lead, and build support are the most critical things to the success of any leader. Policies don't matter, experience doesn't matter, gender, race, or your name doesn't matter if you don't have those skills. Obama has shown to be out in front in all of those critical skills. Obama is a true leader.

From the behavior I have seen from Hillary she doesn't qualify as a role model for my daughter. I expect better.

]]> By: ben from ohio http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633083 ben from ohio Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:17:33 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633083 IF NOT HILLARY THEN WE WILL VOTE ROE MCCAIN AND WE ARE DIEHARD DEMOCRATS IF NOT HILLARY THEN WE WILL VOTE ROE MCCAIN AND WE ARE DIEHARD DEMOCRATS

]]> By: Harvey http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633079 Harvey Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:17:00 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633079 A lot of people are trying to make an issue over Obama"s lack of experience. In 2000, the person who had the most experience of the 4 people on the ticket was Dick Cheney and we all know what that experience led to. A lot of people are trying to make an issue over Obama"s lack of experience. In 2000, the person who had the most experience of the 4 people on the ticket was Dick Cheney and we all know what that experience led to.

]]> By: Democracy needs Third parties http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633054 Democracy needs Third parties Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:14:55 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633054 In my humble opinion, Democrats can hardly win in november, no matter of nominee. They did in 1992 in favor of a big performance by Perot, who reduced GOP audience. Clinton won again in 1996 on the wawe of world economy health. They lost in 2000. Yes, I know, dems says they were spoiled. But vice-president A.Gore running against GWB, should have wiped him out. He did not. He did not as believes and convictions in USA are not likely to favor Democrats. This was proven in 2004, when J.Kerry spent somemoney to avoid Nader to be on ballots. Really, Kerry wasn't spoiled. He just heavily lost aganist one of the worst presidents of USA history. So I don't think Dems will easily win the contest. I haven't decided yet if i'll support Nader (or other Green Party candidate) or none. In my humble opinion, Democrats can hardly win in november, no matter of nominee.

They did in 1992 in favor of a big performance by Perot, who reduced GOP audience. Clinton won again in 1996 on the wawe of world economy health.

They lost in 2000. Yes, I know, dems says they were spoiled. But vice-president A.Gore running against GWB, should have wiped him out.
He did not. He did not as believes and convictions in USA are not likely to favor Democrats.

This was proven in 2004, when J.Kerry spent somemoney to avoid Nader to be on ballots. Really, Kerry wasn't spoiled. He just heavily lost aganist one of the worst presidents of USA history.

So I don't think Dems will easily win the contest.

I haven't decided yet if i'll support Nader (or other Green Party candidate) or none.

]]> By: Enrique http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633050 Enrique Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:14:29 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633050 If our country is attacked again between now and November, it will be under the watch of George W. Bush...again. It will further prove that invading and occupying Iraq has not made us any safer. Osama bin Laden is still at large. If our country is attacked again between now and November, it will be under the watch of George W. Bush...again. It will further prove that invading and occupying Iraq has not made us any safer. Osama bin Laden is still at large.

]]> By: Aisley http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633041 Aisley Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:12:26 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633041 There's something in this campaign that amazes me beyond believe. It is the HISTORICAL IGNORANCE of some, their supporters and their "grouppies". If we would had applied the "EXPERIENCE" demands they make to each and every former president, this country would have been broken in two. Abraham Lincoln would not have been a president. And by the way, when he became a US senator for the ONE AND ONLY time in his life, it was exactly for the same district that Obama, Illinois 7th district. There's something in this campaign that amazes me beyond believe. It is the HISTORICAL IGNORANCE of some, their supporters and their "grouppies". If we would had applied the "EXPERIENCE" demands they make to each and every former president, this country would have been broken in two. Abraham Lincoln would not have been a president. And by the way, when he became a US senator for the ONE AND ONLY time in his life, it was exactly for the same district that Obama, Illinois 7th district.

]]> By: Neal http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-633034 Neal Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:11:09 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-633034 Dems are good for economy, conservatives are too darn greedy. Dems are good for economy, conservatives are too darn greedy.

]]> By: Gabby http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632999 Gabby Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:06:04 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632999 If you have no more faith in the party you support then to switch sides if the person that they nominate. You should be ashamed of yourself. Loyalty indeed. and you think McCain will make this country look better in the eyes of the world. Do yourself a favour and google a few different world wide newspapers, see what the world thinks. Obama has already proven himself as far as I am concerned. None of you remember the untruths that Clinton has spewed in the last few weeks or even years? I see millions going ahead and supporting Obama. OBAMA 08 Yes We Can :) If you have no more faith in the party you support then to switch sides if the person that they nominate. You should be ashamed of yourself. Loyalty indeed. and you think McCain will make this country look better in the eyes of the world. Do yourself a favour and google a few different world wide newspapers, see what the world thinks. Obama has already proven himself as far as I am concerned. None of you remember the untruths that Clinton has spewed in the last few weeks or even years? I see millions going ahead and supporting Obama.

OBAMA 08 Yes We Can :)

]]> By: MICHAEL BURNETT L.I.N.Y. http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632979 MICHAEL BURNETT L.I.N.Y. Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:03:36 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632979 Hay Wolf' why dont you find out who or I should say how many of the big wigs that are benefiting from this so called fair trade? I bet my life on the fact that BILL CLINTON and GEORGE BUSH will be on that list ! This is why we the people need a new and non-corrupt President. All that you watch my back and i'll watch yours type of politics has got to stop! The only ones that benefit from that is the politians and thier family's! The people of this country need to start asking themselves a serious question? And the question is why do you think that a politian or Presidents get so rich? They call it "FAVORS" I call it being corrupt! Do to the fact that these so called favors only benefit the one doing the favor and the one thats recieving the favor! And America thats not you !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Hay Wolf' why dont you find out who or I should say how many of the big wigs that are benefiting from this so called fair trade? I bet my life on the fact that BILL CLINTON and GEORGE BUSH will be on that list ! This is why we the people need a new and non-corrupt President. All that you watch my back and i'll watch yours type of politics has got to stop! The only ones that benefit from that is the politians and thier family's! The people of this country need to start asking themselves a serious question? And the question is why do you think that a politian or Presidents get so rich? They call it "FAVORS" I call it being corrupt! Do to the fact that these so called favors only benefit the one doing the favor and the one thats recieving the favor! And America thats not you !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

]]> By: Carlene http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632964 Carlene Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:02:11 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632964 I've listen to them all and the more I find out about Obama, the more scared I get about what he actually stands for . We know nothing of him . As for my husband and I , we will vote for Hillery if she makes it and if not we will be voting as an Independent. We have nothing else left. I've listen to them all and the more I find out about Obama, the more
scared I get about what he actually stands for . We know nothing of him . As for my husband and I , we will vote for Hillery if she makes it and if not we will be voting as an Independent. We have nothing else left.

]]> By: Pieter http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632961 Pieter Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:01:53 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632961 Give Hillary objective attention!! Don't be an Obamican CNN!! Give Hillary objective attention!! Don't be an Obamican CNN!!

]]> By: Lynn in IA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632959 Lynn in IA Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:01:32 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632959 I have soooo many of these stories and posts and am soooo sick of the pettiness going on all boards. Look, our best hope is to support the Democratic ticket in November NO MATTER who is on it. Stop with the Hillary and Obama hate remarks...PLEASE! Sometimes I wonder who some of the people posting here are for...McCain??? What ever happened to "United we stand, divided we fall"? This race is not over, the people have not chosen yet, but when it is over, support needs to go to the winner. What do we have here sore losers or people who want to put an end to the Bush-like tyranny?? When he got that second term I just had the biggest feeling of dread come over me. Look at the last 7 years, do we need that to continue as Bush says it will or do we stay together to make sure the GOP stays out?! This bickering is toxic. I will support the winner between Hillary and Barack, no matter what! I want my son home, not in Iraq putting his life on the line for sake of George W. Bush. PLEASE help keep him and all our soldiers safe and bring them home! I'm begging all of you to vote for them! I have soooo many of these stories and posts and am soooo sick of the pettiness going on all boards. Look, our best hope is to support the Democratic ticket in November NO MATTER who is on it. Stop with the Hillary and Obama hate remarks...PLEASE! Sometimes I wonder who some of the people posting here are for...McCain??? What ever happened to "United we stand, divided we fall"? This race is not over, the people have not chosen yet, but when it is over, support needs to go to the winner. What do we have here sore losers or people who want to put an end to the Bush-like tyranny?? When he got that second term I just had the biggest feeling of dread come over me. Look at the last 7 years, do we need that to continue as Bush says it will or do we stay together to make sure the GOP stays out?! This bickering is toxic. I will support the winner between Hillary and Barack, no matter what! I want my son home, not in Iraq putting his life on the line for sake of George W. Bush. PLEASE help keep him and all our soldiers safe and bring them home! I'm begging all of you to vote for them!

]]> By: Ed http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632954 Ed Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:01:19 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632954 I would not characterize voters as flocking to Bill Clinton in 1992. He did not even receive fifty percent of the votes. I would not characterize voters as flocking to Bill Clinton in 1992. He did not even receive fifty percent of the votes.

]]> By: Vince http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632946 Vince Thu, 28 Feb 2008 00:00:47 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632946 Clinton supporters sound A LOT like bush supporters. mean, nasty, closed minded, "my-way-or-the-highway", screw-the-the-country, kind of supporters. Clinton supporters sound A LOT like bush supporters. mean, nasty, closed minded, "my-way-or-the-highway", screw-the-the-country, kind of supporters.

]]> By: David, Santa Maria, CA http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632925 David, Santa Maria, CA Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:59:18 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632925 I think there is a difference here than in 1992. No incumbent is up for reelection and the people are just as fed up with both parties and Congress. Its not a Democrat/Republican thing, its the whole government and how it is run, both sides are equally to blame. Bush really screwed up but the democrats have shown, after recapturing the congress, they dont know what to do either. Cmon, baseball steroid hearings? How stupid! I think there is a difference here than in 1992. No incumbent is up for reelection and the people are just as fed up with both parties and Congress. Its not a Democrat/Republican thing, its the whole government and how it is run, both sides are equally to blame. Bush really screwed up but the democrats have shown, after recapturing the congress, they dont know what to do either. Cmon, baseball steroid hearings? How stupid!

]]> By: Proud Californian http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632897 Proud Californian Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:55:29 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632897 CNN, FoxNEWS and MSNBC will be scratching their heads on the night of March 4th like they did on the night of the New Hampshire primary. HILLARY WILL WIN TX AND OH !! CNN, FoxNEWS and MSNBC will be scratching their heads on the night of March 4th like they did on the night of the New Hampshire primary.

HILLARY WILL WIN TX AND OH !!

]]> By: coffeedrinker http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632828 coffeedrinker Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:48:41 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632828 I'm from Michigan, and every one I know, says the same thing. If it's Obama or McCain, I'll vote McCain. We never want to see anything like the Carter years again. Our state is in a big enough mess with jobs going to Mexico and overseas. We don't need a president in training. I would be too worried that while Obama is having a "vision" (remember he's the visionary), that all of his advisors would be running the country. Don't we have that now. I'll take the road I know. Clinton. If she's not on the ballot, I'll hold my nose and vote for McCain. I'm from Michigan, and every one I know, says the same thing. If it's Obama or McCain, I'll vote McCain. We never want to see anything like the Carter years again.

Our state is in a big enough mess with jobs going to Mexico and overseas. We don't need a president in training. I would be too worried that while Obama is having a "vision" (remember he's the visionary), that all of his advisors would be running the country. Don't we have that now.

I'll take the road I know. Clinton. If she's not on the ballot, I'll hold my nose and vote for McCain.

]]> By: Sandra from Ohio http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632821 Sandra from Ohio Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:47:51 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632821 WINE WINE WINE When Clinton was ahead CNN was good information station now that Obama is closing in on her CNN is bias I don't think so But all you people that will vote for McCain if Clinton doesn't get the democratic nomination really don't care about this country To leave a republican in office will destroy what is left of our economy Is this what you want We need change and Obama is the only hope to change the good old boy network Maybe he not your ideal candidate but the other choices a worse WINE WINE WINE When Clinton was ahead CNN was good information station now that Obama is closing in on her CNN is bias I don't think so But all you people that will vote for McCain if Clinton doesn't get the democratic nomination really don't care about this country To leave a republican in office will destroy what is left of our economy Is this what you want We need change and Obama is the only hope to change the good old boy network Maybe he not your ideal candidate but the other choices a worse

]]> By: Willy http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632818 Willy Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:47:39 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632818 Does it matter who did better? Barack Hussen Obama has the gift of gab but is short on substances. Girls like him because he’s cute and that’s it. Hillary Rodham Clinton is an extension of William Jefferson Clinton who also has the gift of gab. The end results is if a democrat gets in the W.H. stand by for a full blown recession, job losses and tax hike to fix it all! Does it matter who did better? Barack Hussen Obama has the gift of gab but is short on substances. Girls like him because he’s cute and that’s it. Hillary Rodham Clinton is an extension of William Jefferson Clinton who also has the gift of gab. The end results is if a democrat gets in the W.H. stand by for a full blown recession, job losses and tax hike to fix it all!

]]> By: TIM http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632805 TIM Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:46:53 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632805 Being from Arizona I know that McCain only represents Arizona becuase the other republican choice were worse. He has done nothing for Arizona and speaking of slick the public needs to get to know him, you can not trust him. I'm sad to say I kept voting for him. America doesn't need McCain it would be a mistake. McCain knows nothing about the economy he says so himself. Being from Arizona I know that McCain only represents Arizona becuase the other republican choice were worse. He has done nothing for Arizona and speaking of slick the public needs to get to know him, you can not trust him. I'm sad to say I kept voting for him. America doesn't need McCain it would be a mistake. McCain knows nothing about the economy he says so himself.

]]> By: SAM - CommonSense http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632749 SAM - CommonSense Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:42:34 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632749 I wonder if people donnot realize how seamless and profitable Obama's campaign has been? Both Clinton and McCain at a point went broke owing to missappropriation of funds and had to change campaign managers to save their face. The economy is in turmoil now and we can always bet on the smartest amongst our three choices to deliver. Both Hillary and McCain were unable to achieve what Obama has been able to achieve at his age (even with such glarring obstacles). What more can you ask of a man? Go Obama 08! I wonder if people donnot realize how seamless and profitable Obama's campaign has been? Both Clinton and McCain at a point went broke owing to missappropriation of funds and had to change campaign managers to save their face. The economy is in turmoil now and we can always bet on the smartest amongst our three choices to deliver. Both Hillary and McCain were unable to achieve what Obama has been able to achieve at his age (even with such glarring obstacles). What more can you ask of a man?

Go Obama 08!

]]> By: S. Wright http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632744 S. Wright Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:42:08 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632744 I have to ask about the banner on this ticker: "If the Economy is Weak Will Democrats Benefit?", why would the Democrats benefit if the economy is weaker? Does taxing businesses which results in higher prices for goods and services, more layoffs, tightening cashflow and the like really help this country's economy? A better question Wolf would be why you and CNN by extension be concerned with what is only good for the Democrats who have shown time and again that they are incompetent in our present Congress, and have left this country in worse shape than when they entered the White House? You know, Wolf, there is reason why the public's approval of Congress is lower than the President's... I have to ask about the banner on this ticker: "If the Economy is Weak Will Democrats Benefit?", why would the Democrats benefit if the economy is weaker?

Does taxing businesses which results in higher prices for goods and services, more layoffs, tightening cashflow and the like really help this country's economy?

A better question Wolf would be why you and CNN by extension be concerned with what is only good for the Democrats who have shown time and again that they are incompetent in our present Congress, and have left this country in worse shape than when they entered the White House?

You know, Wolf, there is reason why the public's approval of Congress is lower than the President's...

]]> By: SAM - CommonSense http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632782 SAM - CommonSense Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:41:59 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632782 I wonder if people donnot realize how seamless and profitable Obama's campaign has been? Both Clinton and McCain at a point went broke owing to missappropriation of funds and had to change campaign managers to save their face. The economy is in turmoil now and we can always bet on the smartest amongst our three choices to deliver. Both Hillary and McCain were unable to achieve what Obama has been able to achieve at his age (even with such glarring obstacles). What more can you ask of a man? Go Obama 08! I wonder if people donnot realize how seamless and profitable Obama's campaign has been? Both Clinton and McCain at a point went broke owing to missappropriation of funds and had to change campaign managers to save their face. The economy is in turmoil now and we can always bet on the smartest amongst our three choices to deliver. Both Hillary and McCain were unable to achieve what Obama has been able to achieve at his age (even with such glarring obstacles). What more can you ask of a man?

Go Obama 08!

]]> By: ANTI CLINTONS http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632673 ANTI CLINTONS Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:36:18 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632673 it will just make them rasie taxes more, so what else in new? it will just make them rasie taxes more, so what else in new?

]]> By: Patrick http://politicalticker.blogs.cnn.com/2008/02/27/blitzer-if-the-economy-is-weak-will-democrats-benefit/#comment-632656 Patrick Wed, 27 Feb 2008 23:34:38 +0000 http://cnnpoliticalticker.wordpress.com/?p=5594#comment-632656 Give me a break, McCain NEVER said he doesn't understand economics. He said it's not his strongest area as opposed to his national security credentials. It's called honest talk...as opposed to those candidates who pretend to know it all, to gain votes from the public who blindly support their candidate without researching their positions or qualifications. Give me a break, McCain NEVER said he doesn't understand economics. He said it's not his strongest area as opposed to his national security credentials. It's called honest talk...as opposed to those candidates who pretend to know it all, to gain votes from the public who blindly support their candidate without researching their positions or qualifications.

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