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theoldman

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7. This is a technique effectively used by Clinton.

Reply to Omaha Steve (Original post)

Sat Jan 14, 2012, 04:10 PM

Jan 2012

Bill Clinton selected ideas that he knew the Republicans considered their own. It made it difficult for the Republicans to fight against their own idea. These ideas are close to the center and not far right.

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Obama challenges Republicans on goal they embrace [View all] Omaha Steve Jan 2012 OP

Which of America's need have changed? canoeist52 Jan 2012 #1

I think he is talking about how the economy and the job market has changed. DCBob Jan 2012 #2

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Nice analogy. I might add one thing. Tutankhamun Jan 2012 #5

This is a technique effectively used by Clinton. theoldman Jan 2012 #7