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Monday, October 6, 2008 12:00 AM

"I find her offensive"

John McCain was making a bid for South Florida's Jewish voters, a crucial demographic in a purple state. But then he chose Sarah Palin as a running mate.
By Tristram Korten

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  • Monday, October 6, 2008 11:44 AM

    Which prejudice will win over the Jews?

    ...Their dislike for Evangelicals or their distaste for a young black man with a Muslim name? Because we all know all the candidates have already sworn blood oaths and their first child should anyone try anything with Israel.

    —Baloo. Read Baloo.'s other letters

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