Going Ba(ra)ck On His Word?


	Going Ba(ra)ck On His Word?

Brian Wingfield

6-19-2008 11:19 AM

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obama, mccain, fundraising, election

Brian Wingfield says:

Obama opts to pursue private financing, resulting in a blitz of protest from McCain's camp. This was expected as Obama raised an unprecedented level of cash during the primaries. It also invites more scrutiny of his donors.

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6-20-2008 2:50 PM

wiccantexan

It was expected, he can raise more $$, and by increasing scrutiny he's shown non-fear of that. Valid reasons to change one's mind.

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