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Originally Posted by Iowa_Flames_Fan
In a parallel universe? McCain didn't. He's at least as well positioned as Obama to do that. In fact, he stands to gain from doing that--he'd look generous while prolonging the democratic contest to his own benefit.
Maybe McCain suffers from some of the "situational ethics" you have such a problem with.
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McCain could have defended Hilliary but, the result would have more than likely hurt Hilliary in the primaries. Regardless of McCain's motives Obama's machine would play up the notion that Hilliary was the choice of Republicans. McCain can't be seen to be taking sides in the Democratic primaries or trying to effect their outcome.
McCain did speak out when some Republicans used the racism of Rev Wright in an attack ads against Obama. The difference was that it was Republicans doing the attacking.
Obama's silence when supporters of his make sexist remarks speaks to his character. The Democratic party's silence testifies to their limited interest in women's equality.