McCain should come out against it and let Obama defend the indefensible.
Now you are on to something.
If 80% of Americans do not want this bailout, then why is Obama pulling ahead in the polls?
Depends what poll you believe. Rasmussen says 20% favor, Gallup says 80%. It’s all in how you phrase it.
What I have seen, however, is that everyone heels like the public is getting screwed either way.
“80% of Americans do not want this bailout.”
And rightfully so. Although, there were some anxious posters on this very site who, just a few days ago, were urging for the immediate passage of the first bill presented, lest the bottom fall out by Friday (yesterday).