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Why be surprised? In a country where millions believe that the earth was created in seven days a few thousand years ago, where almost 50% don't accept evolution as the most likely explanation for the biodiversity on earth, people will believe anything that confirms their prejudices. Deep down, though most would not admit it, many who believe and spread these vicious rumors about Obama are probably racists at heart. Swift boating at work again. Senator McCain and his staff are to be congratulated for not playing this dirty game. May it remain so. Democracy needs a sophisticated electorate to function properly. Are we blessed with one?
