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McCain ad quotes Biden bashing Obama

Print | Comments () Posted by Foon Rhee, deputy national political editor August 23, 2008 11:44 AM

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John McCain is already up with a TV ad today using some of Senator Joe Biden's comments against the new Democratic ticket.

"What does Barack Obama's running mate say about Barack Obama?" the announcer asks.
The ad then shows ABC'S George Stephanopoulos asking Biden during a debate while he was still contesting Obama for the nomination: "You were asked, 'Is he ready?' You said, 'I think he can be ready but right now, I don't believe he is. The presidency is not something that lends itself to on-the-job training.'

"I think that I stand by the statement," Biden is shown replying.

"And what does he say about John McCain?" the announcer asks.

"I would be honored to run with or against John McCain, because I think the country would be better off," Biden is shown replying .

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