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- McCain defended Obama, calling him a "decent man"Talking Points Memo: McCain to Supporter...
- Obama is a Christian
- The rally took place in Lakeville, Minnesota
- Much of the crowd booed after McCain asked his supporters to "be respectful"YouTube: McCain Tries to Tame Flames
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During a campaign rally in Lakeville, Minnesota, for John McCain on October 10, 2008, the Arizona senator was forced to defend his opponent after several comments from McCain supporters. Gayle Quinnell stood in front of McCain with a microphone and said that she couldn't trust Barack Obama because "he's an Arab." McCain corrected Quinnell as well as another supporter who said he'd be afraid to raise a child during an Obama presidency.Boston.com: McCain warns supporters, calls Obama a decent man
Quotes from Rally
- "We're scared...we're scared of an Obama presidency."Talking Points Memo: McCain to Supporter...
- "I can't trust Obama. I have read about him, and he's not-- he's an Arab."Talking Points Memo: McCain to Supporter...
McCain's Response
- "And we want to fight and I will fight. But, we will be respectful. I admire Senator Obama and his accomplishments. And I want none of--and I want everyone to be respectful and let's make sure we are, because that's the way poltiics should be conducted in America."Talking Points Memo: McCain to Supporter...
- "He's a decent family man, citizen, that I just happen to have disagreements with on fundamental issues and that's what this campaign is about."Talking Points Memo: McCain to Supporter...
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McCain Defends Obama Questions
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Do you trust John McCain to make important decisions about the future of the Internet? 8 AnswersNo, he's not someone who lives and dreams for the future of Internet. He isn't someone who uses the Internet and is one of those people who might believe AOL o... read more -
Do you think Rep. Joe Wilson's (R-SC) apology to President Obama was sincere? 9 AnswersNo, I don't think it was sincere. But only in the sense that he's a politician who will say whatever he needs to keep his career afloat--same thing applies to R... read more -
Where can I find photos of John McCains son, Jack McCain meeting President Obama? 1 AnswerYou can find pictures and a video of Barack Obama and Jack McCain hugging here: http://www.cnn.com/2009/POLITICS/05/22/obama.mccain/ read more -
Has fmr Arizona Rep. J.D. Hayworth given any indication (on his talk show, etc) that he is planning on challenging Sen. John McCain 1 AnswerThere has been no official word, but the New Times says: "The word is that he's comfortable being the tribune of the far-right locally." I'm doubtful it will h... read more
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McCain Defends Obama Articles
- The New York Times: McCain Draws Line on Attacks as Crowds Cry 'Fight Back' (October 10, 2008)