Clinton, Obama, Romney: Same Difference
September 23, 2007, 10:19pm
Early in the presidential campaign, multiple Democrats jumped into the race with online videos that sounded a lot alike. They echoed a similar theme about listening to voters.
Now several months into the contest, the two leading Democrats in the field and one of the top Republicans are preaching another message. It’s a message that is as trite and true in presidential elections as red, white and blue campaign signs: change.
The “Ready For Change” ad of Democrat Hillary Clinton focuses on her work on behalf of families, children and veterans, as well as her vows to end the war in Iraq, provide health insurance for all Americans and achieve energy independence: “If we have the will, she has the strength. If we have the conviction, she has the experience. If we’re ready to change, she’s ready to lead.”
The “Change” ad of Democrat Barack Obama emphasizes his efforts to implement ethics reform, post federal spending details online and force lobbyists to disclose campaign contributions: “Barack Obama believes government should work for people, and together we can make that happen.”
And the “Change Begins With Us” ad from Republican Mitt Romney looks inward to the GOP’s reputation with voters: “If we’re going to change Washington, Republicans have to put our own house in order” by halting big spending, preventing illegal immigration and adhering to strict ethical standards. “When Republicans act like Democrats, America loses.”
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