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Phrasing

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In the next debate - choose words for their psychological afffect.

In the first debate, phrases like 'nobody's talking about losing the war" actually put the phrase "losing the war" into listeners minds, which they then associate with Obama. A little rephrasing, such as "I think we all intend to win the war" would have a more positive affect. This is just one example.

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Law and Order Liberal versus a Credit Card Conservative

They have trashed Liberal and deified Conservative for too long. It is time to neutralize that weapon. Tell them what Liberal means - it does mean "I am my brother's keeper" and fighting for the "least among us." If they peddled Compassionate Conservative, you can peddle Law and Order Liberal - standing up for the rule of law in a strong, but compassionate way.

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How should Obama respond to McCain's negative campaign?
Stay above the fray - this campaign is about a new kind of politics
7%
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