I respect Senator John McCain's service to our country. But I cannot understand why he would wind up behind the president in his opposition to this GI Bill. I cannot believe why he believes it is too generous to our veterans.
Barack Obama: “I respect Senator John McCain's service to our country. But I cannot understand why he would wind up behind the…”
On the recordMay 25, 2008
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Barack Obama criticizes John McCain's opposition to the GI Bill, questioning his stance on veterans' benefits.
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