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- Three instances of apparent plagiarism were reported
- Speech was delivered in Erie, Pennsylvania
- Wikipedia editor emailed Political Wire regarding the alleged plagiarism
- Wikipedia is a free reference site, but asks that users cite the information source
- Wikipedia can be edited by anyone, so its content may not always be completely accurate
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On August 11, 2008, Republican presidential hopeful John McCain gave a speech on the Russian- Georgian dispute in the Georgian region of South Ossetia. Shortly thereafter, an editor for Wikipedia pointed out that sections of McCain's speech were remarkably similar to Wikipedia's page on Georgia.
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McCain Georgia Crisis Speech Questions
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
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
Which states do not face a state budget crisis? 1 AnswerThere are many states with little to no deficit. Here is a map from CNN that shows states' financial statuses: http://money.cnn.com/news/storysupplement/economy... read more
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McCain Georgia Crisis Speech News
- Political Insider: Did McCain Plagiarize His Speech on the Georgia Crisis? (August 11, 2008)
- Power Line: An Unwarranted Shot at McCain (August 11, 2008)
- Wonkette: John McCain Plagiarizes Common Proper Nouns... (August 11, 2008)
- Yahoo! News: McCain warns Russians of "severe, long-term negative consequences" (August 11, 2008)
- Wikipedia: Georgia
- Reuters Video: McCain urges UN: Act on Russia (Time: 3:07)
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