Fact check flags one sided debate claims in first presidential clash
AP tests Obama and Romney claims for accuracy. Obama cites a $4 trillion deficit plan and a 2.50 to 1 ratio of cuts to revenue, while Romney pledges deficit balance within eight to ten years with no tax increases. The analysis notes war costs, Medicare funding, and energy price influences.
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Undecided voters seek third option amid debate concerns
Voters Seaver Sandi and Russ Seaver and Eric McClintock express indecision after a presidential debate. They want a third candidate and worry about the economy, defense cuts, and foreign conflicts. Polls show broad unfamiliarity with leaders and dissatisfaction with both Obama and Romney.
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Debates Highlight Romney Aggressiveness and Policy Clashes
The discussion covered oil subsidies, GDP spending, Medicare cuts, taxes, and the deficit with Romney interrupting and personal stories. Obama warned against tax cuts for the wealthy, Romney defended changing Medicare and repealing Obamacare, while both praised by audience members.
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