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Why The Economist Backed Barack

Posted October 30th, 2008 by quarsan
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The Economist's David Rennie explained how the endorsement came about. Every Monday there would be a debate amongst the management team, with people selected to represent both parties. After several sessions the senior managers came to a decision.

Speaking at a debate on the US election, hosted by the 311 forum at Brussels' think tank, The Centre Rennie elaborated on the thinking behind the decision and also discussed some of the issues awating the new president and how his first European visit is going to cause problems... for the Europeans.

Following him, Gerald Loftus, Democrat Abroad Belgium gave insights into the campaign and the issues surrounding it and what's Obama going to do in office.

Listen to the debate:

David Rennie (mp3 6.35MB 13:52)

Gerald Loftus (mp3 5.91MB 12:55)

You should enjoy Gerald's aptly named blog: The Avuncular American


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