Quote Originally Posted by euphoricism
I'm just wondering whether anyone actually falls for this shit where people completely ignore what they've been asked and spout their own little advoidance speech - we saw it all the time in the UK under Bliar.
Its just as pervasive -- and annoying, here in the states. You can ask any politician about any subject and they will just completely ignore you. Its especially great during the debates where it goes something like this:

Moderator: Senator McCain, can you summarize your position on tax relief for the middle class?

McCain: Yes I can but I just want to mention one thing: I was a POW...
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