Web Letters: McCain and the Meltdown

October 9, 2008

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  • Against the backdrop of the worst economy since the Great Depression, and with the electorate polarized as never before, Mr. McCain cannot hope to win by tilting primarily towards conservative hot-button issues. This election is likely to be decided by relatively moderate and independent voters, and their top three concerns are, in descending order: (1) the economy, (2) the economy and (3) the economy.

    Robert A. Wascher, MD, FACS

    doctorwascher.com
    Westfield, NJ

    10/12/2008 @ 09:02am


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