Obama Series

 

McCain Obama Debate, University of Mississippi

26 September 09 

Obama:

So my attitude is, we've got to grow the economy from the bottom up.

 

And over time, that, I think, is going to be a better recipe for economic growth than the -- the policies of President Bush that John McCain wants to -- wants to follow.

 

No. 2, we've got to deal with a growing poppy trade that has exploded over the last several years.

 Interestingly, McCain never mentioned 'grow', indicating, through his own admission, that he really doesn't get economics.

 

 

Barack Obama’s Acceptance Speech

Aug 28, 2008, Democratic Convention

 

It's a promise that says the market should reward drive and innovation and generate growth, but that businesses should live up to their responsibilities to create American jobs, to look out for American workers, and play by the rules of the road.

 

Now, many of these plans will cost money, which is why I've laid out how I'll pay for every dime: by closing corporate loopholes and tax havens that don't help America grow.

 

 

Obama In Berlin 07/24/08

 

http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=92875642#92875486

 

This is the moment when we must build on the wealth that open markets have created, and share its benefits more equitably. Trade has been a cornerstone of our growth and global development. But we will not be able to sustain this growth if it favors the few, and not the many. Together, we must forge trade that truly rewards the work that creates wealth, with meaningful protections for our people and our planet. This is the moment for trade that is free and fair for all.