Barack Obama actually said...

But let's be clear about who John McCain's fighting for. He's not fighting for Joe the plumber. He's fighting for Joe the hedge fund manager.

Obama contrasts McCain's priorities, suggesting he represents wealthy interests over the average worker.

10/21/2008

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I'll be a President who stands up for the American family.

That's wrong for America's children, and American families.

You shouldn't have to lose your wages or quit your job to care for a newborn baby, or a sick child, or an elderly parent.

Americans who work hard their entire lives have earned a retirement that is secure and dignified.