NYT poll: McCain's negativity has backfired

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	NYT poll: McCain's negativity has backfired

masbury

10-15-2008 1:24 AM

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masbury says:

"personal attacks on Senator Barack Obama appear to have backfired and tarnished Senator John McCain more than their intended target"
53-39 back Obama now.

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10-15-2008 1:42 PM

darkduskx

That means people themselves are concentrating more on the issues than tabloid-like smears.

That's good for the country.

10-15-2008 7:29 PM

masbury

Now there's a good thought! Truth is winning! Hoorah! Best thing I've heard all day!

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