Update: Obama rejects McCain call to delay debate

Oh, dear God!

Here we go again.

I think I might puke.

I for one would be highly disappointed in him! We must all have the courage to move forward!

Per MSNBC: "The Obama campaign said Obama had called McCain around 8:30 a.m. Wednesday to propose that they issue a joint statement in support of a package to help fix the economy as soon as possible. McCain called back six hours later and agreed to the idea of the statement, the Obama campaign said. McCain's statement was issued to the media a few minutes later."

Camp Obama doing the right thing and McCain turned it into a political ploy. Machia-Rovian!

It says in the article that they were going to issue a joint statement, yet McCain's party released a solo statement. Seems to be another drop in the ignorant bucket

I 110% agree that while Mcains' proposals seem innocent and leadership-like, this is gamesmanship and Obama should be very careful in accepting this! Mcain is attempting to slow down Obamas' highrating economy momentum...simply put Mcpains attempts are like a lone hunter trying to put out forest fire with a handkerchief.

Maybe, he feels responsible for all the deregulations he voted for in the stock market. We need this debate now!

Number 1- No interviews coming from Palin.
Number 2- Now McCain wants to duck out of this debate. Time is becoming more and more precious. I don't believe America can wait any longer to see what these people are really made of. On with the debates, and perhaps Ms. Palin will sit down with CNN and get real.

Obama/Biden Hurrrrrrrrrrrryyyyy.

Camp Obama wanting to talk. Always talking. Obama had him on the phone twice. Never mentioned meeting for a resolution. McCain led. Obama follows.

I think you guys may be looking at this the wrong way...

I would expect my future leaders to put off their campaigning and get their butts to the hearings and voice some pretty strong opionions rather than the song and pony show they are still doing. If the poster above is true that Obama called McCain to make a joint announcement that they support the bailout that ticks me off just as much. Does neither one of these guys have their separate opinion how to proceed...no. Frankly, I think voicing at the hearings would be worse/better for them because neither of them has a clue how to fix this. By making a joint ststaement, I see that has Obama staying on equal playing ground. Neither of them can speak without their advisers, experts, etc. Which one will get up and NOT support the bailout?

You and I know how we will vote anyway...the circus that can be the debate can wait. Fix the damn problem first, and lock them all in the hearings until it is done.

Its amazing how all of this comes up after the polls come out, after Bidens speech and after we find out that his campaign manager received his last check last month. This is political. I hope Obama calls him on it and says check mate.

Like everything this election season, depends on how the media chooses to spin it as to whether Obama looks bad not accepting. McCain has been pretending to put country first since he was a P.O.W. giving information to the N. Vietnamese all the way down to now with offering Palin to the American people as his second in command! The media could call him on the stupidity or they could go along with it like "pig-stick-gate"

In the real world, we know that Obama is calling McCain out by not going along with this silliness, and I'm glad UM didn't step down as well. McCain is reaching for whatever he can hold on to, and it's evident.

At least when Obama is slipping in the polls he doesn't let you see him sweat. He adjusts this or that, but never changes up his whole persona or try desperate methods of getting attention.

"If we do not act, every corner of our country will be impacted," McCain said. "We cannot allow this to happen." Seems like now Mccain is agreeing with Bush 91% of the time now. Buyer Beware.

matt- i do think there is a good possibility he will face backlash? but as usual who knows

I was truly hoping that the illogical & unintelligible "verbiage" in reply 2.14 was from someone who happened to be great with extreme sarcasm & that perhaps those statements would end with a "j/k"...

I was sadly disappointed when I read the "No Way Hussein" tag.

Yet, at the same time that semi-bigoted tag brought much clarity to the "illogical & unintelligible" concern.

nowayhussein,

Country First? A presidential candidate, regardless of age, who puts country first chooses a vice presidential running mate capable of running the country, as their biggest job as VP is 2nd in command. Obama got it right, McCain put the country and the American people last to choose a VP, who only serves as a political gimmick to pull attention away from his age, health history, and shortcomings. He could care less what would happen to the country if he should win and not survive his first term. The only other explanation is that he is a 72 year old that thinks he's invincible. That's a scary thought.

Now he is using a financial crisis tor his political benefit. Country First? I don't think so. I haven't seen those political signs lately that read "Country First". Maybe he has a conscience after all.

Around the block,

I too am from around the block, been here a while now that is the very reason I can see through McCain, this man is tainted, his motives have been proven over and over with every lie and half truth he has spoken throughout this race. It's not only Democrats that are making this assessment of him, his own party has had many that has come forward to proclaim he is NOT THE RIGHT PERSON TO BE PRESIDENT! They have given many reasons. McCain who once was the media darling has purposely convinced his blind followers not to believe the medias, they are intent on destroying him and Palin, as one from around the way you should know that NOT EVERYBODY GONNA LIE ON YOU, THERE MUST BE TRUTH. Now because he and his party has presented themselves as sole keepers of the truth of God and Godly principles and ALL others are liars and out to get them when they continually are the ones that lie that makes people question ALL his motives!

It is unfortunately people such as yourself that people like McCain prey on, they need you to succeed in their schemes against you and the rest of the American people, if you would read the article closer you will find that what you said was not true and in fact McCain is being misleading as always!

Please do not get upset at those of us that are able to see past McCain's schemes, it's not to say that we believe Obama is 100% perfect, but that we find him more trustworthy and capable of handling our nation's issues as oppossed to McCain, you have your beliefs in McCain and that's fine as long as it is based on sound judgements

I say--BRING 'ER ON!!!! Maybe we can FINALLY see what she's made of---considering WE'VE SEEN NOTHING but scripted speeches under very highly-controlled conditions.

Debra the same can be said about NObama, too, teleprompter king.

Steve - yes, Palin's debate must go on as scheduled, no excuse for it not to. Too bad Obama's will need rescheduled, but maybe McCain miring himself in these congressional meetings will be enough to finish off what is surely a campaign on life support.

Debra~

Scripted speeches and clever use of sound bytes...sounds like OBAMANATION to me! Go McCain/Palin....! They are too busy leading and tending to business. Sarah is my idol-

Sara Who?????????? some idol...thats right but idols just stand there and are nice to look at, lets be real!

VA mom--at least he's done interviews--no TelePrompTers there!! I can't say the same for Palin. She can't step from behind the podium. And god forbid she should be allowed to actually answer spontaneous questions!

and ifyoucan--how easy you can be fooled! What's there to idolize? A bouffant hairdo and lipstick? WE'VE seen NOTHING substantial from this women. The GOP controls her every move! and-- I'd watch the idol worship--especially if you're a right-winged conservative---as I suspect you are.

Is he telling us he is not capable of dealing with a crisis and also putting forth the effort for the debate with only 40 days left until the election. That should tell you he is not good at multi tasking. There is nothing he can do in Washington he can't do by cell phone or computer anywhere in the country, OOPS I forgot he doesn't know how to email.

Irish,

It's "Sarah PALIN". Get used to it pal.

Obama is the only candidate in this campaign who DOESN'T use a teleprompter. Do some research, sheep.

Yea Debra-Do tell what has Obama done in 2 years that is so substantial-I'm dying to hear it! Actually, I am not easily fooled either. I employ 30+ people, built a multi million dollar business with 10K in my pocket, and I offer all my employees benefits even though it cuts substantiually into our profit. I have bought and sold a couple million dollars of real estate properties, and all of my stocks I own are doing fine. I foresaw all of this 2 years ago and sold all of my real estate holdings that I don't rent out back in August. I sold all my realo estate mutual funds and stocks and 1.5 years ago and made a bunch of money....I bought Gold five years Ago, and instructed my broker to buy commodities futures a week ago. I don't call the gov't for handouts and I work sometimes 80 hours a week. I'm no Warren Buffettt, but What have you been doing?

As far as Palin being substantial: As a woman, I know exctly what she went through. Been there done that. I applaud an everyday person getting involved in politics and quite honestly she has inspired me to do so. I don't agree with everything they do.

I worked my way through college. I have watched both the DNC and the RNC, I have read both of the candidates plans, my reps and senators are on autofill in my email box, I am notified of every vote that has taken place in the senate for the past five years-

You sound like you got involved two months ago-you really should stop making yourself look stupid! You sound like a bad sound byte. Have you ever had an original thought?

LET'S TALK ISSUES! ON WITH THE DEBATE !! COWARD MCCAIN.

To ifyoucan,

Here are Obama's issues. What are McCain's issues? Does he have ANY? Oh that's right, McCain "doesn't know much about the economy." His own words, last April.

Obama on the economy:

Provide Tax Relief for Small Businesses and Start Up Companies

Create a New FHA Housing Security Program

Provide Additional Tax Rebates to American Workers who make under $250,000 year

Provide a Tax Cut for Working Families who make under $250,000 a year

Eliminate Income Taxes for Seniors Making Less than $50,000 a year

Simplify Tax Filings for Middle Class Americans

Amend the North American Free Trade Agreement to keep jobs in the US

Create New Job Training Programs for Clean Technologies

Invest In A Clean Energy Economy And Create 5 Million New Green Jobs

Invest in the Sciences

Deploy Next-Generation Broadband

http://www.barackobama.com/issues/economy/

Obama on Healthcare:

My plan begins by covering every American. If you already have health insurance, the only thing that will change for you under this plan is the amount of money you will spend on premiums. That will be less. If you are one of the 45 million Americans who don't have health insurance, you will have it after this plan becomes law. No one will be turned away because of a preexisting condition or illness.

Here are the details of Obama's health plan:

http://www.barackobama.com/issues/healthcare/

Ifyoucan, I'll tell you what Obama didn't do the last 2 years, AGREE WITH BUSH $HIT 90% of the time!

I can't wait for the debates, it will finally put nails in the Gops coffin.

Rhonda,
I see quite a few invests and provides in your list above. Exactly where is he going to get the money to invest and provide? Is he counting on hope and change to invest and provide? Maybe the tooth-fairy will leave the money under his pillow. No, he plans on raising taxes to levels that haven't been seen in years. The hard earned money that I put away in mutual funds will now have thier capital gains taxes increased. Great, now the money I put away for retirement will go to some lame non-working stiff so that they can go to college, have health care and buy a house that they can't afford. Sure, let's all vote for Obama and take it in the shorts at every taxable turn.

Obama wants to have the debate on Friday because he has all the answers memorized and he might forget them by next week.

To "Tired of Being Poor and Green" :

You ask, where will Obama get the money for his economic plan (which by the way, Obama has an economic plan and McCain does not).

First off, Obama wants us out of the illegal and immoral war in Iraq that Bush/McCain are spending $10 BILLION of our taxpayer dollars every MONTH. That alone could save trillions of dollars.

Second, he proposes a windfall tax on big oil companies, in years where they make RECORD PROFITS like they did in 2007/2008.

OBAMA HAS A PLAN FOR THE ECONOMY. MCCAIN DOES NOT!!

HERE IS OBAMA'S PLAN.

To all of you who question what are Obama's ideas to FIX this economy NOW, in our EMERGENCY, please see this:

http://www.politico.com/static/PPM41_emergencyeconplan.html

Now, here are some FACTS:

Te United States economy has grown faster, on average, under Democratic presidents than under Republicans.

The stark contrast between the whiz-bang Clinton years and the dreary Bush years is familiar because it is so recent. But while it is extreme, it is not atypical. Data for the whole period from 1948 to 2007, during which Republicans occupied the White House for 34 years and Democrats for 26, show average annual growth of real gross national product of 1.64 percent per capita under Republican presidents versus 2.78 percent under Democrats.

http://www.iht.com/articles/2008/08/31/business/31view.php

Rhonda

I know everything Obama says sounds great. He certainly is a great speaker and motivator. Here's the problem with your argument: Every President is limited on their knowledge regarding some issues-that is why they have advisors and cabinet members. McCain understands the economy, but the specific question that he was asked he preferred to discuss with his advisors...just as Obama does.

Secondly, obama says he wants to provide tax relief for small businesses, but at the same time his plan calls to increase payroll taxes 6%. Basically, small businesses will be forced into labor force reduction, decrease pay, increase costs of good they sell you buy, and the business with a lot of backing will go overseas and more jobs will be lost.

Both candidates want multiple energy sources. I agree with McCain we need Nuclear and we need to drill along with wind, solar, etc. Obama does not like nuclear and he does not want to drill-I disagree.

It's great he wants to reduce income taxes on the elderly-that certainly sounds like a wonderful thing to do, but they don't pay that much in taxes if anything at all. Even people who are making 50K in retirement are not paying that much-it just sounds good it's not a big bennie.

I do beleive NAFTA should be amended and I don't know much about that issue regarding the two candidates so I won't speak about that. I do know that trade imbalances from NAFTA that Bill CLinton passed has been a major contribution to the declining dollar.

How difficult is it for a typical middle class person to do their taxes? Most take the set write off unless they have a home office or a lot of investments to write off. If you have a tax return that is more difficult or involved than that you should have a tax professional doing your taxes. Also, Most tax returns for a typical middle class cost like $40-90 to complete.

I actually watched the DNC as an undecided voter...I just cannot get past you are who you hang with..period. Obama hangs with some seriously scary people. I'm not talking questionable..I'm talking Scary. Anarchist bombers. Jeremia Wright. He talks the good talk to inspire people and give them hope, but you will be disappointed.

In fact, both McCain and Obama will not be able to follow through on many of their initiatives because of the economy-both parties have their corruption. If anyone believes otherwise-they are mistaken and blindly led.

Bye Bye Debra Bye Bye---next time you start it maybe you can try finishing it with facts...still waiting on what Obama has done the past two years that is soooo significant. Not voting with Bush 90% of the time...ok.

Not voting with Bush 90% of the time is not a significant accomplishment. I am talking about what he has done, tangible, himself for the betterment of our society. I can't wait to see the replies on this one! ...can someone come up with a real argument here instead of a bunch of sound bytes that Obama has fed you to say.. I dare ya!

What other significant accomplishments has Obama had? What bill has he introduced? What has he done?

I know everything Obama says sounds great. He certainly is a great speaker and motivator. Here's the problem with your argument: Every President is limited on their knowledge regarding some issues-that is why they have advisors and cabinet members. McCain understands the economy, but the specific question that he was asked he preferred to discuss with his advisors...just as Obama does.

McCain himself said he didn't know diddly about the economy…and then denied that he said that when the economy became an issue.

Secondly, obama says he wants to provide tax relief for small businesses, but at the same time his plan calls to increase payroll taxes 6%. Basically, small businesses will be forced into labor force reduction, decrease pay, increase costs of good they sell you buy, and the business with a lot of backing will go overseas and more jobs will be lost.

Small businesses do NOT pay their employees $250K per year therefore payroll taxes will not be increased for small business. Any business owner whose legal business status is a sole proprietor or LLC partnership where the owner(s) make less than $250K will not be taxed. If they are making more than $250K they should be taxed. So *poof* goes your small business argument.

Both candidates want multiple energy sources. I agree with McCain we need Nuclear and we need to drill along with wind, solar, etc. Obama does not like nuclear and he does not want to drill-I disagree.

The FACTS are drilling won't do sh*t but waste money. Even Bush admits that –why continue to remain willfully ignorant?

It's great he wants to reduce income taxes on the elderly-that certainly sounds like a wonderful thing to do, but they don't pay that much in taxes if anything at all. Even people who are making 50K in retirement are not paying that much-it just sounds good it's not a big bennie.

This is just made up bs. They don't pay income taxes because they don't make much income. Their health care costs go up, their property taxes go up, and those that live mainly off of social security get raises for that don't even keep up with the rate of inflation.
The people who paid taxes for the past 40 years are the ones that created what those of us under 40 used to get where we are now. That is the whole point of being civilized country.
I do beleive NAFTA should be amended and I don't know much about that issue regarding the two candidates so I won't speak about that. I do know that trade imbalances from NAFTA that Bill CLinton passed has been a major contribution to the declining dollar.
You know sh*t about this but then claim you know it's all Clinton's fault. I gather you have no idea how ridiculous that sounds. This is a li'l general insight from wiki :
"NAFTA was initially promoted by politicians in the United States and Canada supportive of free trade, led by Canadian Prime Minister Brian Mulroney, U.S. President George H. W. Bush, Mexican President Carlos Salinas de Gortari. The agreement was pursued by business interests in all three countries [6] and opposed by labor, environmental, other business interests, in all three countries.…the [NAFTA]agreement had been signed by Bush under his fast-track prerogative, Clinton did not alter the original agreement, but complemented it with the aforementioned NAAEC and NAALC. After intense political debate and the negotiation of these side agreements, the U.S. House of Representatives passed NAFTA on November 17, 1993, by 234-200 vote (132 Republicans and 102 Democrats voting in favor; 43 Republicans, 156 Democrats, and 1 independent against)"

I actually watched the DNC as an undecided voter...

Sure you did. I can see by the lying about whether McCain knows economics, the blaming of Clinton, and hopping on the Ayers bandwagon even though Obama was a whopping 8 years old when that occurred just to name a few noticeable repub talking points with no merit.
Don'took now but your GOP is showing!

Ok Debra, what has been the impact on our Economy, that for 25 years the Democrats have blocked the drilling of Domestic Oil, so that we could get off reliance on Foreign Oil.. What's been the Impact that 1 Year ago the Democrats, lead and passed a bill that removed the HUGE 3% down payment that people needed to get an FHA loan ?? Please people lets STOP the partisan bickering, and get to the REAL issue that's foremost in front of us... THE DEBATE IS A PREPROGRAMMED CHANCE FOR SOUNDBITES... And while we are at it, if McCain is so afraid of Debating Barack Obama, why is it that Mr. Obama was so scared to do a series of 10 town hall meeting with McCain ?? If that wasn't so important for him, why is it so Important to run this Soundbite Generator this Friday ???

Be careful what you ask for
Palin could have Obama sputtering away in no time at all.
If you're a Dem, you don't want Palin and Obama facing off, it's no win for Obama.

DEBRA - you need some serious anger management classes just call 1800ihatemyself to get help

Chuck : I'm sorry, but you have no idea what you are talking about. Everything you have said is completely false with no back up, citations or logic. If we would have drilled and saught alternate energy sources for the past 20 years we would not be where we are today. Furthermore, maybe we won't see anything for 10 years,,,but I sure hope in 10 years we will be closer to independence than we are now.
It is obvious just like your candidate that you have never run a business or understand the fundamentals of payroll taxes. You should really do some research before you post because anyone who knows what they are talking about...would never have proposed your arguements regarding the 250k and payroll taxes...
Your arguments are completely free of logic and basic understanding...my guess is you have been an employee your whole life, you will always be an employee, and you will die before you ever make a further contribution beyond having your hand out and punching even if it is a proverbial clock. I would imagine you buy stocks based on what you read in the newspaper too. Hint: if you read it in the newspaper it's already too late. THat is why the rich get richer...

oh my Palin woman again.....She insults the intelligence of the electorate.

Wow, tyler of newsvine don't play.

I'll be good...I promise.

That is sure what this feels like!! It puts the Obama camp in pretty tough territory though. Do they agree in order to preserve their interest in solving the crisis or do they take the tough line on McCain and put the debate in the view that it is in the best interests of the country to move forward? Hmmm--interesting!!

Knee jerk publicity stunt. Do you mean Obama wanting to issue a joint statement? I know, but talk the talk is all hes good for. Good thing McCain grabbed the bull by the horns and walked the walk.

Rightly amused

well said. Obama HAS to think about it, and talk to Reverend Wright and his leftist fringe buddies before he can deliver his well written speech. McCain, on the other hand is all about action, because he already has though about things and he knows who he is already.

Go McCain. You get my vote any day over a guy who gives good speeches, in foreign lands.

Yorn and Rightly,
Just hope MacCain doesn't flip back to his position that the economy is already strong while on the plane to Wash. and reverse his position once more.
At least he'll be be standing where he belongs : right next to BUSH !!!

I'll take more of Pres. Bush anyday over a socialist like Obama!

Hey maurice, Yorn and Rightly have problems understanding that political business is just as important as economic business. Besides Bernanke and Paulson don't need the help of others. McCain used this as a political tool against Obama. It's what the Republicans do best and it comes right out of the Bush /Cheney/Rove playbook . Distort and Distract the voters. Won't work this time!!!!!

McCain admits he "doesn't know very much about the economy."

http://politicalinquirer.com/2008/04/18/john-mccain-doesnt-know-much-about-the-economy-and-doesnt-really-understand-the-economy/

McCain said a week ago that "the fundamentals of the economy are sound."

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2008/09/15/mccain-fundamentals-of-th_n_126445.html

McCain's senior advisor said that McCain "invented the blackberry" when McCain has no idea how to even send an email.

http://www.latimes.com/news/politics/la-na-trailblackberry17-2008sep17,0,7962227.story

If you want to see the direction this country is going - watch Fritz Lang's masterpiece move done in 1918 METROPOLIS...

then you will get an idea of what rampant uncontrolled big business will do to you...

Fritz Lang was a visionairy are predicted the mess we are in almost 100 years ago...

Yorn/Rightly Amused:

Please Please Please tell me what your candidate is going to do about this deregulation crisis on Friday night at 8pm that he couldn't do all week? And why doesn't he stop his campaigning now instead of waiting for the night of the debate that the American people have anticipated since the conventions? HOW is this putting "Country First" or is it "CHANGE" (what is his slogan now)?

The future of the Nation is on the balance in that Room. It is fitting that the highest representatives of both parties be there, hand by hand! You can call it politics, or gamesmanship, or brinkmanship, or just courage and patriotism ... even though they are all these things in some degree. Still, I call it the latter: courage and patriotism! The history will some day side with me. What is the purpose of Sen. McCain and Sen. Obama sitting in that Room, holding hands? Only one: to show that America comes before both parties ... that, outside of God, America always comes first!

Yorn, I never thought I'd see anyone wish for more of President Bush.

You're too funny.

For any one to want more of Bush is not even funny. As to the debate - since when did either candidate become "concerned" about our economy?????? The debate should go as scheduled - it will be a dog and pony show any way. Washington has not been concerned about our "economy" for a very long time as is evidenced by the condition we all find ourselves in right now. I am not voting for either candidate - can not sort the lies from the truth - IF there is ANY truth to be found. I feel like Washington is filled with liars, thieves and perverts - in which ever order one prefers. They spend most of the time "investigating" each other than trying to "represent" the common, every day, working too hard VOTERS. Can any one explain WHY elections are not done strictly by popular vote only?? I guess some states would find a way to "rig" a simple one person, one vote agenda too. UGH.

What? Try typing your remarks in English and use grammar that is understandable.

Got your vote, by this stunt - look deeper What is he going to do there? If they had needed him someone would have called by now or maybe it was another photo op with Bush he is looking for.

Maybe McCain's Lobbyist campaign managers need him in Congress twisting arms.

If this one action, which is by the way, suspect for it's possible political gamesmanship, will make up your mind, then you are seriously letting this country down. If you love the USA, you owe a far deeper look into the candidates' stances on issues, behavior on the campaign, and ability to lead.

You are only undecided if you are voting on party lines. Forget Republican/Democrat and wake up to the real machine here. McCain/Palin is a joke and Obama is the answer. This could not be more obvious if it walked up to you in a Bush costume and kicked you in the undecided @ss!

krm - lol!!

If you will read the entire article you will see that it was actually Obama who started the conversation with McCain about addressing the financial problems.

McCain just got to the press first and shame on the press for not making it more clear.

I totally agree. That is why the country is in so much trouble now. We vote based on simplistic assumptions and too much emotion. McCain has repeatedly shown he is not up for the job. Just look at all of the missteps he's had this last week. No matter what you think of him personally, he will make a terrible President. Delaying the debates is just what he was hoping for because he will have to answer questions he is unprepared to answer. The bailout deal will be done before the debates anyway, and if it not, delaying the debate will not impact the deal one bit.

I hope Obama does not go along with this!

Just to set the record straight OBAMA was the one that made the call first at 8:30am to McCain, t say we need to unite and get this problem resolved. McCain called back and agreed. And McCain got to the Microphone first. It will become political and make it look like he was leading on issue to the American people...lets say smart move by McCain to gain the political edge.

Amen, amen....McCain has a habit of using statements that others have made first and taking credit and at the same time. On the other hand he is always protecting Sara from anything the "big bad news reporters ask".... lets circle the wagons around poor Sara....what a joke.....

"Just to set the record straight OBAMA was the one that made the call first at 8:30am to McCain"

UMMM....NO. It is unclear who made first contact...maybe McCain tried to call Obama and Obama wasn't available....or knew what McCain was calling about and had to go to talk to his 300 advisers on how to respond then called HIM BACK.

good choice!!!

Bacaaaaaawwwwwww!!!!!

Of course we'll have to listen to: "If Obama had accepted my request for a series of town hall meetings..."

Seriously, I believe this shows that he truly puts his country first. If he puts the election on the back burner in order to work to secure the financial stability of this nation then I applaud him. I'm not taking this lightly...I own both a small business and have a Marine headed overseas...I believe McCain is our safest and most knowledgeable leader at this time.

Seriously. I didn't see him suspending his partying with Bush during Katrina.....or maybe that just wasn't a big enough crisis for him.

McCain to the rescue! I gotta see this.

Tina - " Cancel this debate and you look like nothing but a big chicken!"

NO ONE SAID ANYTHING ABOUT CANCELING THE DEBATE.

They are talking about POSTPONING IT.

STOP SPEWING and think before you post.

lynintx - I am guessing by your user name that you are from TX and therefore a Bush supporter. By supporting McCain, I hope you are prepared to NOT see your marine any time soon (if, and I hope he/she does, survives). BEFORE you vote, look into their backgrounds and educations a bit more. Just because McCain was a POW for 5 years doesn't make him more knowledgeable (especially when he admits he doesn't understand economics). And in regards to safe, McCain has supported Bush in over 90% of Bush policies. Are you really ready for more of the same policies?

McCain states he wants to get rid of the "good ole boys" club in Washington. Up until a couple of weeks ago, he called those staff meetings.

Obama/Biden '08

tiredofidiots.......thank you for the death wish against my Marine.....love the support and confidence. I saw how Clinton handled our men in uniform -- it did not go well. I will stand behind McCain. A real man for this nation.

lynintx, we are all entitled to our opinions but I could not disagree with you more about how knowledgeable McCain is. Have you been listening to McCain for the last year? McCain is a great American and he desires our respect and admiration. But we can say that about a lot of great Americans. That does not mean the person should be President. McCain certainly has been around the longer, but he is by no means the more knowledgeable or capable.

This is political whether it was intended or not. Being a President requires one to be able to walk and chew gum, and this display from McCain means he is unable to focus on more than one issue at at a time. There are many working to resolve this matter. He can send his instructions to his aides to present to meeting and they can keep him posted. So this drama is all un called for and I think does not serve the American people , but throws up a smoke screen. Going back now will inject politics at the election level whether we like it or not. THIS IS ALL POLITICAL...WHETHER HE MEANT IT OR NOT HE WILL MILK IT.

This man is a disgrace. Watch em spin this.

Go read the comments to this announcement on Fox news. All the comments sound like John just gave everyone $1000.00

He may be giving up the presidency over this and that goes to show he truly has put this country first -- as he always has. I think it is absolutely disgraceful that people are taking this situation so lightly. If all the Obama supporters want to cheer and jeer and hi-five then go for it....personally, I think it just shows who the true man and patriot is in this election. Thank you John McCain. I pray you win the election for the sake of this country and for the sake of my Marine. God Speed.

McCain will lose and he should. No questions.

we'll see fishboy

Yes we will: Mr. Initials.

Very original. You must be a user name "maverick". Good luck.

McCain in the membrane.
Have we lost our minds?
Here come de witch--hunters

You sound like a bully or a thug. I hope I do not run into you in real life. My thoughts are that when one is facing a critical/major problem - you put all else aside and focus your energy and resources on the problem. When the crisis has been resolved - averted then you can move onto the other less important things. This is how business executives, managers, small business owners and individual in their personal lives handle serious problems. The additional focus and being physically in the most beneficial place does contribute to more successful problem solving. As to the debate - what does it really matter if it happens on Friday or if it is on Tuesday. Many individuals seem to want to create drama.

Where do you get the notion that McCain is an incompetent debater? By all accounts, he is considered to be a very astute and skilled debater. Where do you get your information anyway? From the far left loony bin or grab bag?

What accounts, Sonia? I hardly think ALL accounts. He's been bombing on television interviews. It's right-wing people who exaggerate and name-call that make me glad I left the Republican party and became an independent.

Indy for OB: As far as your leaving the Republican party... good riddance!! We don't need people like you. I also think you were never truly a Republican.... you are just posturing here to make some ill advised, mean-spirited point. To debate is not the same as giving an interview in case you did not know it. It is a known fact from various articles I've read that McCain is considered to be an excellent debater.

Have you watched a McCain speech at all? His speeches are scripted, his answers are scripted, he can't get 5 feet from notes or teleprompter. How on earth is he going to debate Obama who never looks like he is referring to notes or teleprompter? McCain is lucky to remember his name. I personally think he shows signs of his age and I am quite sure he shows huge signs of PTSD!!

Sonia, the women from the View made him look foolish.

Studly: I thought it was the other way around..... Barbara Walters in particular as well as Joy Behar made complete fools out of themselves by being so totally and completely biased and mean-spirited. Well, at least they though Obama was "sexy" when he was on their show. How they ever came to that conclusion is totally beyond me. Obama, sexy? Forget it!

Whoopi really showed how ignorant she is.

No. Actually they revealed how ignorant he is. He couldn't even let his wife speak for herself. Does that sound familiar? I'm sure you've noticed the same with Sarah Palin.
And if someone who voted against MLK Day several times says that the constitution should be taken literally, I would be worried about their stance on MY freedom as well!!

CP- Do you have any idea how our judicial system works? From you post sadly it doesn't look that way. Basically, whoopi asking if she should worry abotu slavery was ridiculous. The final Jim Crow laws were finally completely removed from the constitution in the 1950's. A reversal of the Roe v wade would take a 100 years because it's protected by the constitution.

We'll battle out definitions for 100 years regarding what is life, when is life, what circumstances and on and on.

Also, John McCain admitted he was wrong about the MLK vote.

I wouldn't say Sen. McCain is "running scared." More likely, both Senators are ... as they should be! But I prefer those who fight, when scared. What Sen. Obama clearly has done, is to put the debate in front of the Nation! Debate can wait: the Nation cannot!

Desert voice,

Check out the vote on whether the debate should go on. Over 69% of Americans disagree with you.

http://james-eng.newsvine.com/_question/2008/09/24/1906168-agree-or-disagree-fridays-presidential-debate-should-be-postponed-so-the-candidates-can-focus-on-the-economy

Real leaders don't just go by what the majority thinks we should do. Real leaders make tough decisions that are not always popular. Those polls mean nothing-not one person has contacted me regarding who I am going to vote for ever....

ifyoucan

I'm totally on your side about that. A REAL leader of our country NEVER takes into account the will of the majority! In fact, it's a real leaders JOB to go with their gut instinct and what they know is best for us, regardless of the "will" of the people!

It's the best argument I've heard so far for suspending the electoral process entirely! Thanks for pointing out this great point for me!

As far as I'm concerned, our government should do what it wants to do, for the good of the government, and certainly not take into account what the America hating "majority" thinks!

Who's with me?

Bush/Cheney '08!

NO ONE SAID ANYTHING ABOUT CANCELING THE DEBATE.

They are talking about POSTPONING IT.

BIG DIFFERENCE.

if we ever needed to debate it is now............

The topic of the debate on Friday is not the economy. Try again!

Transformative change,

Postponed, huh?

What will be the excuse the next time? Weapons of mass destruction? If you're going to be President, you should be able to handle more than one thing at a time.

If they are absent from Washington DC for two hours for a debate, no one will notice.

"If you can't run with the big dogs, stay on the porch!"

McCain has total disregard for the efforts that have gone into preparing for this debate. The entire state of Mississippi has been working nonstop to prepare for this historic event and now he wants to cancel what amounts to 2 or 3 hours so that he can "focus" on the economic problems. Hmm. Makes no sense. Sounds to me like he, and all the other republicans, are scared that we aren't going to give them that $700 billion dollar blank check, and they are in a fit to get it passed. He can bring his lame self down here and debate the issues and then get on a plane back to D.C. It surely seems to me like he isn't prepared, and is running scared. The truth of the matter is, the majority of people in Mississippi are poor. VERY poor. And WE have all known this recession was coming for a long time. If you want to fix the economic problems in our country, then there is no better place to start than right here in Mississippi. Why doesn't he come down here and explain to me and my family, who are having trouble keeping gas in our tanks and food on our tables, just WHY exactly we should bailout the wealthiest companies in this country, just because they are failing at what they do? Who's going to bail out the average American who just isn't making it???????? Bring yourself on down McCANT....and let's talk economy. I'd put money on the fact that he doesn't want to "postpone" anything....he just doesn't want to do it, period. The polls have him scared because Obama is ahead. Let's focus on the real truth.

Amen to you!! I really do believe the debate should go on!! Everyone is ready---well, maybe McCain isn't ---and the people want to hear them go head-to-head. This is just a ploy by the McCain camp!!

It's a debate people. A debate. We are talking about the financial downfall of our nation and you are worried about all the "preparation" for the debate. We can have a debate anytime.....this crisis is serious. Why can't you see that?

Because McCain is not going to solve this, neither is Obama. What is a few hours of time for a debate prior to a weekend when none of our "elected" are going to be doing anything anyway?

This is a quote from Senator McCain....."I am confident that before the markets open on Monday we can achieve consensus on legislation that will stabilize our financial markets, protect taxpayers and homeowners, and earn the confidence of the American people. All we must do to achieve this is temporarily set politics aside, and I am committed to doing so."

The debate can be postponed for 1 week....it won't hurt anyone involved and it will give the "Hill" a chance to get this economic fiasco cleared up. Why is everyone so afraid of a postponement considering the seriousness of this situation?

And tell me who says this will be over by Friday. Or we could let Sarah Palin and Biden have theirs Friday and then Obama and McCain's second.

This whole ploy by the McCain campaign doesn't even pass the sniff test.

It's laughable.

He's running away. . . and becoming a joke in the process.

McCain is clearly not capable of helping the situation. By his own admission he knows little about the economy and what was that he said just a few days ago?? "The fundamentals of the economy are strong." Ummmm NO. Looks like he was just a little bit off the mark there, doesn't it? I sure don't want any 'help' that he might bring to fixing the economy.

The republicans can try to spin it however they want -- but its painfully clear that McCain is not ready for the debate, he's not ready (or able) to solve the economic crisis, and he's not ready (and getting less ready) to lead this country.

Now if John McCain suggested that they switch the topic from foreign relations to the economy at the debate on Friday night, THAT would have made sense!

CNN stated that the people involved with the financial crisis in Washington specifically stated they did NOT want the presidential candidates involved because all it would do is become a political platform and not be objective

Dolly - Amen sister! The people that buy this excuse from McCain are the same people who would follow the Pied-Piper over the ledge without ever looking around them and using their own judgement to access a situation. They need to face the reality of failed and destructive policies supported by McCain that have brought down our economy, our environment, our sense of unity and democracy, our world standing...brother, since McCain decided to go back to being a staunch republican,no one really knows what his policies are, if he even has any that are not politically motivated, and we will never find out if he runs away from the debates.

wow Beth and Dolly is it ???? You 2 sound like a class act ??LOL "Amen sister"

OK

Bulls$#@

he doesn't need to be there. He can't make up his mind what he wants to do with the economy, he'll just get in the way let the senators with economic intelligence handle this.

OH SONIA....

McBush is responsible for getting us into this mess with his friends and campaign people who are all lobbyists
A huge joke that Mcbush would do anything that would be helpful... he is afraid of the debate and found his poll numbers tanking and is trying yet another stunt just like the naming of the idiot Palen (who is not qualified to run anything)

Mcbush = Bush which equals Greed Over Patriotism party

Huge mistake for McCain. This will effectively be the end of his campaign. If you can't walk and chew gum, maybe the Presidency isn't for you. As for Palin, she will go down in history as an adjective/adverb for future political campaigns.

Adam:

I pray you are right.

let the senators with economic intelligence handle this.
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Ha Ha Ha they are the ones that got us into this ....Good thinking

Are you kidding me? Our foreign policy, our trade policies, our deregulation of the banking industry is what has gotten us into this mess. I am sure he is not looking forward to debating Obama on these issues. He has put his foot in his mouth many times only to come back and have to rearrange or change the meaning of his words in order to not look incompetent on the issues. We have heard his rhetoric for the last 8 years. A republican canary singing the same lousy tune. Even the trickle down notes are making me sick.

If you can't debate your opponent while "dealing" with the financial crisis, then how can you be president, where multi-tasking is part of the job? Even Bush multitasks. Say what you want but he can deal with a war and this situation at the same time. Now he's not doing either well, but at least he tries.

McCain doesn't even want to try to debate, for a hour? Congress won't be working Friday night, what's his excuse?

Sonya.
This matter has been lurking for quite some time and McCain is now wanting to take action? How convenient. It's amazing how people will brainwash themselves into thinking...or falling for...just about anything! I say let Palin fill in, I love a good comedy!

Sonia, you can't talk or explain to the Liberals on this site. They don't get it. They all want to cry poor me, poor me, where's my check. McCain and NObama are still Senators who are being paid to be representatives - Still. It is probably a good idea that the next potential President of our country sit in on this type of important decision and help decide what direction our government is going to take.

I am going to guess that none of the Liberals even bothered to watch the Republican convention. I am a conservative, who hasn't decided who to vote for because I don't like either candidate. I took the time to watch both Conventions because I wanted to hear what each had to say. But Senator Fred Thompson at the Republican Convention said some pointed things about Mr. Obama's plans. Sure it sounds great that he is going to get rid of tax breaks for the big companies, raise taxes on oil companies, try to create healthcare for everyone, but the buck stops with the average Joe to pay for all of these things. The big companies will cut jobs or raise prices to cover their increased operating costs or take their jobs overseas. The oil companies will invest less money in developing alternative energy and raise their prices which we will see at the pump. And someone has to pay for national healthcare. Everyone who already pays for healthcare will see an increase in their premiums or the small business that you work for will have to cut jobs or cut pay to be able to afford the added expense. Obama's plan is great unless you have to put gas in your car, buy food, clothes etc.

I think that we are in uncharted waters, which the breakdown started a long time ago - not just 8 yrs. Bad lending practices started before 8 yrs ago. Either candidate is going to have their hands full. I will be watching the debates to see what both candidates stand for, with open eyes and ears but I am sure waiting a few more days isn't going to make a difference - Really.

VA Mom -

You would assume WRONG about Moderates and Liberals watching the Republican Convention...

I did, trying to see if there was ANYTHING that might convince me to vote for McCain. Answer... NO!!!

1. Fred Thompson was a parody of virtue - remember Fred as the DA on Law and Order who went to the wall, and then wanted to give Scooter Libby a pass...

2. For people making under $250,000, they would be taxed less under Obama, contrary to the disinformation.

3. Sarah Palin had absolutely nothing of substance to say, but got in those great photo-ops dandling Trig.

VA Mother of 2,
So sorry to disappoint you, but I am intelligent and don't collect a government check, hate to burst your naive, uneducated and ignorant bubble! But, it's okay, I expect talk like that from "you" people. Bush put us in this mess. His pockets are lined now and yes, honey you too will have to foot the bill. I personally would love to see McCain get in office just to prove what a huge disaster he and what's her name are, but that would be like cutting my nose off to spite my face. Take your judgemental crap to Fox News, they will actually care what you have to say.

ok Sonia...just change the debate to the economy.

Sonia,
Our economy has a lot to do with foreign policy and both candidates know this question would be asked. How would McCain be able to tell the Nation we need to stay in Iraq at 10-12 billion a month when we have to pay about 700 billion to bail out our current economy? This is simply a stunt by McCain to both upstage President Bush and try to play hero. Both the Democrat and the Republican leaders of Congress have made statements today that progress has been made on a solution. Congress members on both sides have said they do not need either McCain or Obama to help make a deal. They want them to stay abreast of the situation but away to keep politics out of it. Ask yourself what exactly can McCain offer? The only thing he can do is gain a photo opportunity and help offset his fall in the polls. He didn't feel they needed him when he let Palin be photographed but not heard meeting the Foreign Leaders. Him being beside her was more important. His decision to delay the debate came after Obama called and offered to make a joint statement and about 2 hours after Bush made an announcement he would address the Nation tonight. This is simply a stunt to gain a photo opportunity and a weapon to use against Obama. "I put my Country first before my campaign", it will be an ad within a week. He will also will say I asked Obama to attend numerous "Town Hall" meetings but he wouldn't. The reason Obama won't is because at the "town Hall" meetings you don't have to stick to the questions. McCain would have as he always does drift off to when he was a POW 40 years ago or the "surge " in Iraq and ignore the issues. McCain will do or say anything to get elected, this is his last shot at glory. People are beginning to see Palin as a secretary that can't type, his campaign manager was being paid until last month by one of the greedy lenders, and he made a very bad mistake by saying the economy was sound last week. He is using this crisis to save John McCain not the Country. He is trying to inject fear not help.

Obama is damned if he does, damned if he doesn't.

McBrilliant!

Make the VP debate this Friday.

Isn't that what second in commands do? Step in when the #1 is pulled away?

Let's see Biden/Palin in a real pressure situation, come on folks.

MommaShell

I'm with you on this one. Where has McMummy been all week? Hell where has he been all year

not in Washington D.C. Now he knows where it is. STUNT...STUNT...STUNT. Obama don't go for

the SNAKE OIL SALESMAN TRICKS!

If McMummy were the (Chairman of the Senate Finance Committee), he would have a legit

excuse.......BUT HE'S NOT. JOKE, JOKE, JOKER of the year McPalin the Mummy.

McCain is scared. The FBI will be investgating him for all of the money he received from Freddie and Fannie.

McCain, What You Gonna Do When They Come For You? Get from behind Senator Obama. Get Get and take it like a man. Stand straight and debate.

Yes, Obama did get more contributions, but they were from the employees who can donate to any candidate they choose, just like you and me. McCain's contributions came from the executives - big difference! They wanted business as usual and depended on McCain to provide that.

Nosferatu

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#27.2 has been reported to the staff for its inflammatory and vulgar rhetoric.

"Barack Obama is the 2nd highest reciever [sic] of funds from..."

Uhm, i before e, except after c, you moron. Please ask Jesus for some tutoring. Thanks.

Michael:

That was fantastic. Kudos!

WomanAfterGodOwnHeart:
You're just wishing that Obama was 1/10 the man McCain is. Let's see how Hussein would hold up in a POW camp for a few years.

McCain doesn't stand behind anyone; he has a record of service standing in front of the American people, protecting them. McCain has been trying to get Obama to debate in town hold meetings for months. Whether you want to believe it or not, it is important that both candidates be involved in the resolution of this financial crisis because one of them will live with it.

Friday's debate is about foreign policy; not about the economy. McCain is considered to be much more knowledgeable about foreign policy matters than Obama, so why would he want to give more time to Obama to prepare himself for the debate? As it is, Obama is presently hunkered down with his foreign policy advisers to prepare himself for the debate, and McCain just gave him more time to do so.

If you will read the entire article you will see that it was actually Obama who started the conversation with McCain about addressing the financial problems.

McCain just got to the press first and shame on the press for not making it more clear.

I agree. Shame on the liberal slanted media for not putting Obama ahead of McCain. They must have been asleep at the wheel. Obama has zero foreign policy experience, he is probably glad. Heck, he only served in congress for 143 days. What has he ever actually done, except learn how to read a teleprompter.

What a dilemma..."walk the talk" or "talk the walk"?

I agree with what Senator Barney Frank told Chris Matthews on Hardball today. John McCain is trying to take credit for something that is proceeding without him. He's inserting himself into something he shouldn't. Having the presidential candidates with their entourages around will only distract from the process.

What does he think he can do in Washington that he can't do from a distance? We don't need The Maverick to ride in and save us. This is all just political maneuvering.

jack,

Since you didn't know about the 59 bills that Obama sponsored since he was in the senate in his 143 days, I suggest you take a look at the following link.

Please do your research before you comment. Thanks and have a good evening.

LMAO...too

If McMummy wants to be PRESIDENT this would be the perfect occasion to prove he is capable

of dealing with more than one issue at a time. So have the DEBATE McMummy show us that you

are capable of "MULTI-TASKING" as any competent LEADER is suppose to do.

Show us you are a THINKER instead of talking about "FOREIGN POLICIES", switch the DEBATE

to this countries (ECONOMIC CRISIS).

There now you don't have to "weasel out of the DEBATE on FRIDAY...ISSUE SOLVED!

Obama/Biden don't let the "shysters" TRICK YOU....KEEP the DEBATE..DATE..9/26/08

Actually, it was 894 out of 899... ;)

WTF? Are you kidding me? I bet you every repugnantlican will say this has NOTHING to do with McCain soiling his depends diaper about his history as a deregulator in general, not to mention his role in the Keating 5 scandal. I hope Obama eats that Uncle Fester for lunch.

If McMummy wants to be PRESIDENT

Why do Mr. Obama's supporters keep perpetuating the stereotype of name-calling and have an ongoing fondness for typing in caps? This is civility? This is attention to the issues? This is supposed to attract votes for Obama? This is Mr. Obama's personified vision of people "working together"?

If anything, gutter-mouthed regurgitations such as this smacks only of shallow-mindedness, ageism, and petty desperation - not so-called "Change."

I thought this was Ohmamas idea stolen by McCain?
No, that's right.............it's McCain trying to avoid the debates.
I guess it depends on what whack job your asking.
You people are just plain lost!

Damn, Stella ~ I'd bet you wore out two dictionaries and a Thesaurus in picking these impressive words. Like it or not, Obama is correct in stating that a president has to be able to keep more than one ball in the air at the same time. There is no reason why McCain could not make the debate on Friday night. The problem is that the subject was to have been foreign policy. Under present circumstances, I fail to see how economic issues can be ignored ~ considering the "crisis," and all ~ and McCain has not prepped for the exam on that subject. Obama is also spot on correct is stating that the American people want to hear ~ NOW ~ how prospective leaders would address this problem. Here's a solution. McCain stays in Washington to work on a banking bill and Palin faces Obama Friday night in Mississippi. Whaddaya think?

Palin and Obama have about the same experience level. I like it.
Although if everyone is coming down on McCain for not multitasking and working on the crisis and making the debate ... why not come down on Obama for not doing both as well?

Wrong. Obama has over 12 years experience counting the time spend in Illinois. In comparison, Hilliary only had 7...so much for the experiance argument.

Either way, its an irrelivant argument, because both JFK and Regan, by both sides definitions, weren't experienced enough.

Well if you count all the time they spent in some form of governing experience then Palin has 16 years.

LOL.. ya she has experience has a mayor in a little bitty town called Wasilla... but wait she can see Russia from there.. and now she is Governor to a state that is one of the 10 smallest populations in all of US... Now that's experience!! But wait.. she is chaste in her views about sex ed for teens.. oh but her kid is pregnant.. and she loves to hunt.. that ought to help us in America. Maybe she can hunt for all of us if they get in since we won't have any money to buy our own meat. Oh and she is so good for women as a woman.. but wait, women that are raped have to buy their own rape kits, just like we will have to if they get in to office... And speaking of rape, including incest.... if you get pregnant from those acts, you get to carry that baby to term as a reward.. Boy she is just so special...

goodju: McCain would beat Obama in a foreign policy debate any time. Trust me! Even Palin would beat Obama.

goodju,

By your comments alone, it is obvious that you did not get away with anything!

McCain is full of it. The lies, Palin, His wanna be "Maverick" facade. How could people want a guy like that for president. He wants more time for a debate because of the issues of the economy. Where the hell he been for the past four years that this economy been failing. This mess didn't happen over night....Oh wait a Minute, he was busy voting for and supporting the very Pieces of Crap that us in this $700 billion financial hole. Now they want to make us pay them for their mess ups. I say let wall street fail. PHUCK 'EM. I'd rather them fail and let someone else buy those companies to place it under new management that to pay those money hungry @!$%#s to continue doing what they are doing. I'd also rather pay higher medical KNOWING THAT IT IS GOING TO GO DOWN SOON versus paying a steadily increasing medical ins. with no decline in sight all while my paycheck is declining. Let wall street burn!!!!!! I say give McCain his extension, because either way, no matter what adjustments he makes OBAMA got him beat by a long shot. Palin would be doing herself a favor and not even show up to debate Biden.

goodju: don't pay any attention to Yorn and Sonia but listen to what onematt says

Five years of torture and he's a wuuz? Wealthy cronies? Who might that be, Corzine, Bill Gates, Hollywood? Obama is afraid to go back to Washington. He might have to make a decision and something and actually vote. He's not used to that.

McCain the maverick is a coward!

Some senators actually work at their day jobs.

Cowards vote "present" more than "yea" and "nay."

A dictionary's definition for "elite bandit" might equally be attributed to Senator Obama.

Poor Cindy!
If Mccain wasn't running behind palin in new york
instead of preparing for the debates; or
If Mccain was more organized he would have planned
time to prep for debated and get some rest
it appears he just ran out of time & energy; or
If Mccain had better judgment in choosing a VP
one that could think, walk and talk all by his/herself; or
If Mccain was a man of his word; Then maybe!
McTired would show up in Miss.

Most Republicans are too stupid to understand how pitiful this "whining" is. Most Republicans can't win fairly...and whine when they lose. Rove and Bush and Cheney and Mccain and Palin, and all those old Republican queens hanging out in the airport bathrooms, talk real tough but whine like babies when they lose...just listen to them.

McCain hasn't been in the Senate since April.

Justify that you blowhards.

McCain is bleeding out and needs a transfusion. Nothing more.

"I is a witty libral and says McMummy is a coward and a liar! McMummy is a stupid Republican and so is Karl Rove!"

That about sums up the comments on this blog. I guess it is too difficult to criticize the issues and much easier to hurl idiotic personal insults that somehow involve Karl Rove.

Matthew:

Thanks for that excellent impression in true Sarah Palin, clueless style. I will put that in the file and use it later.

Are you nervous. Watch the Couric interview with both McCain and Palin that aired tonight.

You guys really can stay on message.

McCain down...one...two...three..four..five...six...seven...eight...nine....

Well, you will get your wish because Obama wants to go ahead with the debate. It just goes to show that he is still too wet behind the ears to understand the brevity of this crisis.

Have you been under a rock? "Brevity of this crisis"? This crisis has been brewing for quite some time, it doesn't take an economist to know that! A few hour debate will not make or break decisions that have already been made. Trust me, they know exactly what they are going to do about this "crisis that just seemed to happen out of nowhere"! AMAZING how people still fall for propoganda! WOW

It goes to show that Obama can "Multi-Task" should be able to do more things at a time!

I'm so tired of this game playing, how long can the debate take? they can cancel the rest of the campaign but not the debates. Many people can and want to vote now. I just wrote to my local newspaper and the Obama campaign requesting not to accept delaying the debates. It probably will not do anything but I just can't sit here.

It goes to show that his supporters still don't get it! Why, because they are too young to remember the past. This crisis has been brewing since Clinton repealed the Glass-Steagal Act in 1999. This crisis has been brewing ever since people decided that interest only loans and loans against 125% of their home's value was a good thing to do. I remember message board from 5 - 6 years ago where home buyers were calling everyone "stupid" for not taking advantage of these loans and now we, the taxpayers" will be bailing them out. I guarantee you that the majority of those were Democrats who are voting for Obama because they kept spewing "my rights".... yada yada. This is a serious situation....do you get that? Do you? A stupid, idiotic 1 hour debate can wait until next week. This situation is dire and needs resolution.

lynintx,
for the most part I agree with you. The one exception...this mess started with Jimmy Carter and the Community Development act. It's all been building off of that one basic act.

lynintx...... Use the brain God gave you & stop putting politics before this country.

McCain who hasn't once during this crises participated in the sensitive debate on the problem shouldn't inject politics into the issue

They can fly to DC to vote on the issue within hours from anywhere in this country --- Neither McCain or Obama has much input into the current debate.

If McCain can't handle both problems, he shouldn't be running in the 1st place

Friggin idiots what do you think the 2 of them are going to do in Wash on Friday night???? Sit up late in chambers having a beer discussing solutions??
Let them meet and let the chips fall where they may, hell McSame just might make Obama look silly right???
We're not expecting much from him so he can only go up in the polls, similar to our expectations of the VP debate, at leats the watered down version!!

McCain would eat NoBama alive in a debate ! So he's concerned about the 800 Billion take over ! And rightfully so ! Why would No Bama be concerned? He only spend 144 days in the Senate.. Hell ! I've visited the Senate chambers almost that many times myself !

Then, why is he backing down?

McCain is backing down because he's more comfortable being a Senator than a Presidential candidate

Sen. McCain knows that the Republicans and Democrats won't get this deal unless he signs off on it. Their scared for their jobs and it is close to Congresses recess. Democrats challenge him to come back to Washington and he is and now their trying to spin it.
Sen. McCain has been asking Sen. Obama to go across America and debate. Sen. Obama wants his guarded three debates with the Media to back him up and get his crown. Sen. McCain is going to crush Sen. Obama. The media can only protect him so much.
I can't wait for the Biden/Palin debate when someone asks Sen. Biden's about his vote against the first gulf war, for the 2002 resolution, against the surge and for cutting up Iraq in three pieces. Man this guy is exactly what Sen. Obama needs to sure up his foreign policy weaknesses.
Why didn't Sen. Obama say NO when McCain brought postponement up to him. Because he was, is and always will be a political phony. Please remind me what is it he has done. Nada, Zilch, Nothing.

They both can take off 4 hours on a friday nite to let us know their stances on the issues.

I'm sick of trusting politicians to get it right without our input. You could always move to China. They don't really care what the electorate thinks.

McCain is heading to Washington because the American people have put the brakes on the Rep original plan. 700 billion, get it done and we can talk about it later.....I don't think so. I applaud the American people who, can it be, are actually trying to make Washington accountable.

Delay has NOTHING to do with needing him in Washington, did someone put out an urgent call?No, I think they need to get together to figure out what the heck the Rep are going to do. The party is falling apart and right now do not agree amongst themselves what should be done.

What a slap in the face to the other Senators that somehow just can't seem to get the job done without McCain. Get an update on the phone, fly in vote and get yourself back for the debate. If that schedule is too tough, drop out of the race now.

McCain is a joke. He has been hiding Palin from reporters and the press, and is now to scared to face Obama on Friday... The only way that McCain could convince me he cannot handle the debate on Friday is if someone trails him all day today (Thursday) and keeps a record of just exactly he does to justify this time-out.

As Obama has said, the two men are not required in Washington to solve the crisis... there are plenty of people there to tackle the issue. What is important is that they explain to the nation how they plan on fixing the crisis. Its obvious McCain and his team have strategized that it is better to get butts rhetorically kicked later in the game than it is this Friday, to they will delay, delay, delay...

Yea, if you care to actually look at Hussein's record you'll find that he has a long held tradition of not being "on the job". You require a real head in the sand approach to think anything about Hussein suggests he is anything but a party puppet, not world leader material. And a 20 year racist to boot! Yea, a lot of thought went in to that nomination!

ave american you are neither..
My middle name is Paul but I didn't start a religion and like you most likely didn't pick my name..
Secondly.. having been a leader myself I know something you will never know.. that it take courage to be a leader..that often you must hold noise and vote present .. biggest reason President Obama is seeking the highest office in the land now. is because the senator's talk an talk and do nothing.
Change we need is not just in the white house that I am sure you helped steal last time.. avoid confuse issues and then call a pox on both houses..
WE have seen this movie so many times you think we are all average like you.. sorry not going to happen again..
Get use to working hard for a change.. your money can not save you only sweat can now... peace out

What?

Don't you recognize who that is, stefangingerich? Gerrbear is really Bin Laden perpetrating a fraud on here, get off!

Yea, if you care to actually look at Hussein's record...

Woah, woah, woah hold on a second. Who is this Hussein fellow? He kind of sounds like ::GULP:: a Muslim.

Gerrbear -

I second stefangingerich. What? What was your title, if you were a leader? Anyway, when you can type (hope you can speak) with a little more legibility we all may take you more seriously. At least we will maybe know what you are talking about...

Most feel anyone who tries to change the subject to someones middle name<<< they are lame..
Because I am a son father grandfather coach .. also a flight engineer and sucessful biz owner.... retired in 1997 so you all don't need to worry about my money..but you should sure watch your back cause if you think Honorable John has yours you are mistaken..
Seriously you will never understand honor an or a straigh forward comment.. one's middle name has nothing to do with anything.. as you obviously have never been to New York Kansas, LA or the big Island you might never understand ..

President Obama is an american..get over it. Move on peace out.