Chomsky - People should vote against McCain and for Obama - but without illusions. There is no shame in voting for the lesser of two evils.
by Paul Jay
The question posed by ABC's George Stephanopoulus "is not whether elites should rule, but which elite should rule?" It's a candid question that reflects the disillusioned reality of the looming American election. In an interview with Noam Chomsky, the renowned professor urges the voters in swing states to vote against McCain, therefore for Obama, while maintaining realistic expectations about the Democratic candidate.
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Peacenik recalls that Chomsky earlier said he thought McCain would win this election. Now he is urging voters to vote for Obama. Peacenik doesn't know if Chomsky's endorsement helps with centrist voters but it is another signal of a wider movement to Obama. Peacenik stands by his prediction of an Obama victory. A sweeping victory.
by Paul Jay
The question posed by ABC's George Stephanopoulus "is not whether elites should rule, but which elite should rule?" It's a candid question that reflects the disillusioned reality of the looming American election. In an interview with Noam Chomsky, the renowned professor urges the voters in swing states to vote against McCain, therefore for Obama, while maintaining realistic expectations about the Democratic candidate.
Read on...
Peacenik recalls that Chomsky earlier said he thought McCain would win this election. Now he is urging voters to vote for Obama. Peacenik doesn't know if Chomsky's endorsement helps with centrist voters but it is another signal of a wider movement to Obama. Peacenik stands by his prediction of an Obama victory. A sweeping victory.
