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John McCain: “I am accusing -- I am stating the facts. And the facts are that I don't question Senator Obama's patriotism. I'm sure…”

On the recordJuly 24, 2008
I am accusing -- I am stating the facts. And the facts are that I don't question Senator Obama's patriotism. I'm sure that he's a very patriotic American. I question his judgment because he lacks experience and knowledge, and I question his judgment.
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John McCain
Republican · Arizona

Editor's note · Context

McCain criticizes Obama's judgment on military matters, asserting that he questions Obama's experience and knowledge.

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