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Tilted Cat Head
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Quote:
Originally Posted by dc_dux
Powell is still highly regarded and respected by many Americas so, as far as endorsements matter, it is probably a bit more meaningful than most endorsements.
Equally important to his endorsing Obama was Powell's harsh attack of the McCain campaign tactics and his concern about the shift of the Republican party to a far right social agenda combined with dangerous xenophobic sentiments. IMO, that reinforces those same concerns of the still undecided swing voters.
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Limbaugh is now trying to make Powell's endorsement a racial issue:
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I'd say that it made an impression upon me. I respect Mr. Powell very much and have since the Gulf War. His statement was clear, concise and with alot of logic and temper.
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