House Republicans "weren't part of the negotiations" on the Wall Street bailout plan.
Obama "has voted in the United States Senate to increase taxes on people who make as low as $42,000 a year."
"Senator Obama has the most liberal voting record in the United States Senate."
"Last week Senator Obama's running mate said, get this, 'Raising taxes is patriotic.' "
"Barack Obama has the longest track record of any candidate in this election in support of the 'Bridge To Nowhere.' "
"I said two years ago that the Fannie and Freddie thing was a very serious problem and we had to work on it."
Education Week says Obama 'hasn't made a significant mark on education,' is 'elusive' on accountability, and a 'staunch defender of the existing public school monopoly.'
Obama "promises more taxes on small business, seniors, your life savings, your family."
Barack Obama promises higher taxes on "the sale of your home."
"Obama voted to raise taxes on people making just $42,000."
Barack Obama "is more to the left of the announced Socialist in the United States Senate."
"He made time to go to the gym, but canceled a visit with wounded troops. Seems the Pentagon wouldn't allow him to bring cameras."
"There are many health insurance plans that will cover Viagra but won't cover birth-control medication."
"In just a few years in office, Sen. Obama has accumulated the most liberal voting record in the Senate."
"I've supported every investigation (into Hurricane Katrina) and ways of finding out how – what caused the tragedy. I've met with people on the ground. I've met with the governor."
"We have drawn down to presurge levels. Basra, Mosul and now Sadr City are quiet and it's long and it's tough and there will be setbacks."
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