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I think one reason (5.00 / 4) (#18)
by madamab on Wed Apr 09, 2008 at 10:50:21 AM EST
that Clintonites discuss Obama's political tactics is that he claims to be new and different and not a regular politician.

We are pointing out that his claims do not ring true. I think it's important to show this, especially since he has been impugning Clinton's character and judgment since the beginning of his campaign.

I had an extended argument with (5.00 / 3) (#101)
by litigatormom on Wed Apr 09, 2008 at 12:43:03 PM EST
my dentist last Saturday (in between dental procedures) because he thinks Obama is "beyond partisan politics."  I pointed out several instances of Obama engaging in partisan politics, and he got very defensive: "Are you saying he's just like Clinton?"  I said, "I'm just saying he's a politician. It's a fact, not an accusation."

My dentist was only partially mollified. But since he was about to put a sharp metal instrument in my mouth, I decided to change the subject.  

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A wise decision. (5.00 / 2) (#107)
by madamab on Wed Apr 09, 2008 at 01:32:48 PM EST
Never antagonize your dentist! :-)

On topic - yes, that is the whole point. Obama has convinced some people to vote for him instead of Hillary because he supposedly practices a new kind of politics that are postpartisan. I think it is perfectly fair to attempt to debunk that myth.

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