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Obama, Biden Talk Politics

August 31, 2008 4:20 PM

In their first interview together as running mates, Sen. Barack Obama and Sen. Joseph Biden discuss their roles and strategies for the upcoming presidential election. Steve Kroft reports.

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by cbs_bull September 3, 2008 1:20 PM EDT
I have made an early decision in this election. It''s the easiest among the few times I voted.
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by cbs_bull September 3, 2008 1:15 PM EDT
I will give my vote to this pair in November.
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by mannamaribet September 2, 2008 7:15 PM EDT
I cannot believe that as a whole the American citizen is so selfish as to demand that this mother whose young family OBVIOUSLY need her at home, should instead uproot the kids from all they know and become vice president. From the issues in her own family, not the least of which is a baby that needs a full time mom, who could think of taking her away from the ones who need her most?

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by ladybis2006 September 2, 2008 6:53 PM EDT
I love what these two stand for
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by edie53-texas September 2, 2008 6:18 PM EDT
I saw the interview with Obama/Biden with such pride! What a pair; two men who have proven to care about those that have been left behind. They personify the bible''s own words that it is ''our responsibility to care for one another, especially the orphans, widows and aliens''. I''m sorry but historically you have not had Republicans that enbody this tenet, even though their party is supported by all the conservatives and right wing of the party, a.k.a. The Moral Majority. Why would a party that professes to own God and family values, etc., not subscribe to Jesus'' own words about caring for the least of us? I loved the interview and it was refreshing to see two very intelligent men speak to the issues. They have great chemistry and I think they are more than qualified and prepared to march this county to better times, a better economy, much improved foreign relations, diplomacy throughout the world, respect for America throughout the world and yes, they will not forget those that have less; that have fallen on hard times like the people in the auto industry and other industries in the Midwest. I pray that God leads us all to make the right decision as to who will lead our country!
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by lilyjakehare September 1, 2008 8:33 PM EDT
Intelligence, integrity, humor, thoughtfulness, class...That is Barack Obama and Joe Biden. Senator Biden was right--they fit! They make a great team! It is such a pleasure and, honestly, a relief to see people who can express themselves so well and so thoughtfully, using real words, in complete sentences! It''s been such a long time! It almost makes me want to cry--it is such a pleasure. It was a great interview. Thanks, 60 Minutes!
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by lilyjakehare September 1, 2008 8:31 PM EDT
Intelligence, integrity, humour, thoughtfulness, class...That is Barack Obama and Joe Biden. Senator Biden was right--they fit! They make a great team! It''s is such a pleasure and, honestly, a relief to see people who can express themselves so well and so thoughtfully, using real words, in complete sentences. It''s been such a long time! It almost makes me want to cry--it is such a pleasure. It was a great interview. Thanks, 60 Minutes!
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by angiesnangel September 1, 2008 5:44 PM EDT
As someone who supported Hillary, before I supported Obama, I am so offended that McCain thinks picking a woman would automatically get my vote. Palin doesn''t even come close to having the experience that Hillary did. Does he think we were supporting Hillary just because she was a woman? Don''t insult our intelligence! This just proves that we have to do everything we can to make sure McCain and Palin DON''T win this election!
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by forwardgal September 1, 2008 5:07 PM EDT
WOW!If you like McC. you should be worried. This is his idea of maverick? good judgement? hmmmmm. What does she bring? Well, pandering to the neo-con right and insults to intelligent and forward-thinking women voters who wanted Hillary. I guess the GOP will keep their heads up while slumping away from cameras. This election is Obama''s to lose. He and Biden are a positive force that brings new ideas and old leadership to the forefront. They bring intellect, statesmanship, good judgement, vision, and last, a connection to the middle class that has been suffering the indignities of the last 8 yrs. Let''s fix this mess and vote OBAMA/BIDEN! There is no other answer.
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by lethall098 September 1, 2008 2:01 PM EDT
i am so excited to see two men who will lead the country with statemanship intelligence honesty. finally we will have the leaders that understand the America people and the principles The United States Of America is built over.
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