Keyes doesn't get it (neither does the Illinois GOP)

[tomfodw]

http://abcnews.go.com/wire/Politics/ap20040809_1275.html

Obama said he didn't question the sincerity of those who are deeply concerned about abortion, but he said he believed there are many other issues on the minds of voters.

"As I travel around this state, I don't get asked about gay marriage, I don't get asked about abortion," Obama said. "I get asked, 'How can I find a job that allows me to support my family.' I get asked, 'How can I pay those medical bills without going into bankruptcy.'"

One issue of importance for Illinois right now is delays caused by congestion at O'Hare International Airport. Mayor Richard M. Daley has been pushing for expansion of O'Hare, backed by Sen. Dick Durbin, D-Ill., but opposed by Sen. Peter Fitzgerald, R-Ill., whose announced retirement launched the scramble for his seat.

Asked about O'Hare on WBEZ radio Monday, Keyes said he had not yet developed any position on the issue of expansion.

"The problem must be addressed," Keyes said. He promised to "try to reach a conclusion that is in the best interests of the economic future of the state and the quality of life" of those who live in the area.




In other words, he parachuted into Illinois to spread his gospel of social conservatism without even the slightest clue as to who the people of Illinois are or what they want. And the Illinois GOP does not appear to have briefed him at all.

Hillary Clinton spent months and months traveling all over New York State before even announcing her formal candidacy, listening to the voters and learning what their concerns were. Keyes is lecturing the people of Illinois, not listening to them. And she's the "carpetbagger."

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1. Agreed...

...without even the slightest clue as to who the people of Illinois are or what they want.

I think the moderate Republicans and swing voters that Obama already appeals too will realize that. Despite the GOPs best efforts, Obama will take that seat.

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