McCain campaign says Obama chose world leaders and speeches over 'injured American heroes'

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JoeBigs at 11:26 AM JST - 29th July

Joe - Old Man Mc may be more liberal than many Republicans, but Obama makes him look like Ronald Reagan. Check out Obama's voting record in the short time he's been there.

Old man Mc more liberal than most democrats. Now tell me this do you believe that Old Man Mc is a Conservative?

Hell tell me this, how many present day Republicans are Fiscal Conservatives? True fiscal Conservatives and not this wishy washy spend happy new type of Conservatives.

Let me help you out to answer this, definition of a Fiscal Conservative:

Fiscal conservatism is a political phrase term used in North America to describe advocacy of lower governmental spending practices and a lower federal debt; It is used to define someone who is an advocates of less government, fewer entitlement programs, earmarks, and lower taxes.

If you find one please point them out, and I bet ya they are not. Records show the truth, words are not worth a dime.

At least with Obama I know what I am getting. BTW who do you think has acted more Fiscally responsible as a Preseident, Clinton or Bush?
TonyUS at 11:44 AM JST - 29th July

Sorry Surge, if that was a rant, it is a shame it is all fact that republicans and their supporters would rather ignore and play it off as something trivial when it is entirely not trivial when it comes to life and death, security of one’s nation, and being looked at by the world in a positive light instead of being seen as some dark mysterious untrustworthy land of Satan.

Now look at the lies coming out from the McCain camp, as usual the republicans will say and do anything to get into power again.

If anyone has any shame, or sense, they should be looking towards the democratic side which any change from what we have could only better the lives here in the US and around the world as well.. What we have now has really downgraded the US all over the world.

Do not back the lies that McCain is trying to feed everyone and is being called on,this very moment with this Obama trip overseas.

I wish all could have all the facts about this trip by Obama and what lies the republicans are trying to put forth as truth. The media here in the US is really pointing out McCain’s lies about Obama’s trip and the big over blown issue on visiting wounded troops in Germany. The networks are really pushing McCain’s statements as lies at this time here in the US.

All about Obama not visiting because cameras were not allowed to go in with him, the truth was.. there was never going to be cameras going in with him. McCain saying he made time to exercise instead of visiting the troops, while in McCain’s add on TV about this issue, It showed Obama playing Basketball.... Basketball????? Yes basketball with the " Troops" in Kuwait.. What the republicans will do to try and put down an opponent as the republicans have again and again use lies, and scare tactics to gain a vote.. Dirty Dogs!!!!!! Just listened to McCain’s lack of support over the last couple of years with voting against medical support for veterans, period of rest put forth by Jim Webb, against millions for upgraded armor, and goes on and on, and he is trying to exert lies about Obama when it comes to the troops?? Again the joke is on the republicans and those supporting them… Now a well known question.. are we better off today then we were 8 years ago.. How many will say yes to that and really believe it?

If this is a rant, then let us point out the lies or untruths within it.. And what lies are in the pre-post described by Surge as a rant… These republican supporters just can not stand up and admit to their mistakes they have made but try and shift the blame to the other side while at the same time holds the responsibility of why the US is in the condition it is today and what the US is seen to be around the world today..
Surge at 11:54 AM JST - 29th July

TonyUS; you really believe a guy like McCain would lie?

He can`t risk lying he would lose all credibility.

The world is a far better place than 8 years ago. The US economy is growing, Iraq is free!!!!

So many positives to see, everything is positive, don`t you agree?
Damax6 at 12:07 PM JST - 29th July

well , people what ever the case is Mc cain will complain about just about anything Obama does. Remember when he wrapped up his nomination, Mccain took a trip abroad, He didnt get near the response Obama encountered. back then he sure looked like he was "presidential". The fact of the matter is that we should not have been in Iraq in the 1st place, Mccain should visit the injured troops in iraq, why???. he plans on staying in Iraq if he is prez..... Obama was against the war and will pull the troops out.

I think mccain should be in Iraq more often or go to the VA hospital all over and see what the policy of this president has done to tens of thousands injured servicemen, who cannnot get decent medical care, or secure a job other than a police officer and security guard. why do they have to go through another stress of worrying being shot in the line of duty. there will always have the "surge,sarge of whatever he calls himself"of this world, purely ignorant people. We should commend obama, he was recieved enormously by the world leaders. and he doesnt need to go to the hospital to show his committment to the troops. Bringing them home makes him a hero just enough.. this like vietnam, we should not have been there in the 1st place. Bring the troops home, and rebuild the tarnish image we have, be humble and strong, and i am sure if mcain had the same response Obama had overseas, he and the rep. would be overjoyed.
Surge at 12:55 PM JST - 29th July

JoeBigs; The economy is growing, people are happy, we are safer, Iraq is free.

What a success!!!! GW had a hard job and passed with flying colors, well done!!
JoeBigs at 01:23 PM JST - 29th July

I got to give ya kudos for being a diehard at least. I may disagree with ya, but got to give ya kudos for sticking to your beliefs! Bravo Zulu to ya for that.

Keep smiling and hoping!
Surge at 01:46 PM JST - 29th July

JoeBigs; when you reap the benefits over McCains victory, you will understand that i was correct.

The world can only benefit, way to go McCain!!!
Surge at 02:48 PM JST - 29th July

TonyUS; I believe everything i write.
TonyUS at 01:01 AM JST - 30th July

That is a pity Surge that you are such a diehard and have taken in all the BS Bush has put us through the last eight years. ... If that is the case then it is time to listen and read all the articles and base your thoughts on the facts and not put aside those issues that do not seem to belong in your well censored world., To start with do a little fact finding on the Obama issue and the truth is McCain has lied and tried to deceive everyone and got caught at it.

At least the news agencies are calling McCain on his deceptions.. Deceptions??? Same personality and direction Bush has been known for, and again treading in the same footsteps of the leadership of China.. No wonder he has gotten along so well with China in his eight years of presidency, and then add into the non-sense of how Mr. Bush could see into the soul of Putin and what a good guy he was as he threatened to veto everything the US stood for against Iran and as he at the same time stepped backwards away from democracy in Russia.... One has to admit, this bush administration has been a real joke , not just here in the US but around the world, we should be proud if that is what we like to be seen as... Now McCain.. war mongering Mr. righteous and troop loving, as if anyone does not respect our service men.. What a crock these republicans are these days.. I am certain my vote will cancel yours if you do not smarten up and open your eyes to the truth and reality!
Surge at 01:12 AM JST - 30th July

TonyUS; As a matter of fact, i watch Fox News daily. I have yet to see any reports of "McCain deception".

Bush deals with foreign leaders in a true statesman like manner.

Bush is not a warmonger, he is a defender of our freedoms.

McCain will continue GW`s diplomatic successes, Obama would be to weak to deal with important matters of state.

McCain, shall continue the success of Bush, we shall be richer, the world continue to universal freedom.
Surge at 10:50 AM JST - 30th July

Damax6;

McCain is indeed a man whon cares deeply about his country, and cares more about injured trops than Obama ever could.

He is a great man, hopefully even greater than Bush.

Fox news is known for haveing very moderate views, and shows a balanced view of the world.

Watch Bill O`Reilly, and i am sure we will be in agreement.
Surge at 10:53 AM JST - 30th July

George BUsh and McCain both care deeply about wounded troops, and also injured and killed civilians.

THey are both very caring , intelligent men. Their genius has kept us an superpower, even though we are in a long term war against the evil ones.

Don`t be blinded by the liberal media.
Nessie at 01:27 PM JST - 30th July

A little unrealistic for McCain to expect Obama to be plugging for him.
Nessie at 01:28 PM JST - 30th July

Seems that McCain has a better stump speech.
Blue_Tiger at 10:17 PM JST - 30th July

History will vinidcate President Bush for his actions against Iraq. He's been an excellent President, and yes, he's taken his knocks, but he did it for doing the correct, the right, and the righteous things. Obama nad McCain only wish they could be half the president and 1/10th the MAN that President Bush is....