Posted February 26, 2008
The Wall Street Journal [behind pay wall] comparing Obama’s “simpleton” campaigning to Reagan’s campaign.
His rhetorical gimmick is simple. When he addresses a contentious issue, Mr. Obama almost always begins his answer with a respectful nod in the direction of the view he is rejecting — a line or two that suggests he understands or perhaps even sympathizes with the concerns of a conservative.
The ability to understand the other side shows intelligence on the topic and the realization that you cannot please everyone regardless of the solution. This trait demonstrates more substance, not less, than other candidates promoting their policies.
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