Post Intermission At The Virtual Town Hall
It was almost a senate debate on the Iraq War, with three senators running for president interviewed in the post intermission round at MoveOn.org's virtual town hall forum on the Iraq War Tuesday evening.
Hillary Clinton said troop withdrawals should start within 90 days, but some troops would need to stay to train Iraqi soldiers, for security missions and to protect the Kurds. Chris Dodd followed adding that it's difficult to convince people the United States is fighting for Democracy when American companies are involved in oil profits. Barack Obama said he is committed to putting as much pressure as possible on President Bush to end the war.
In closing statements, two of the Democratic frontrunners alluded to their relationship with netroots groups. Clinton, who is often a target in liberal blogs, thanked MoveOn.org for helping change American politics for the better. She added she knows some may be "surprised to hear me say it, but I'm grateful for your work." Obama, who is a darling of liberal blogs and netroots activists, said he was "looking forward to a partnership with all of you." And ended his remarks with a casual "Thank you guys."
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