Obama remarks on Iraq prompt flip-flop charge - CNN.com
(CNN) — Sen. John McCain’s campaign again called Sen. Barack Obama a flip-flopper after the Democratic candidate held two news conferences to clarify his remarks on the Iraq war.
Obama on Thursday denied that he’s shying away from his proposed 16-month phased withdrawal of all combat troops from Iraq, calling it “pure speculation” and adding that his “position has not changed.” However, he told reporters questioning his stance that he will “continue to refine” his policies as warranted.
Asked if he is open to options that wouldn’t include the removal of all combat troops within 16 months, the senator from Illinois did not respond directly but said he will continue to “gather information.” On April 10, Obama told an Indiana crowd it may take “16 months to two years” to remove combat troops. In recent speeches, he’s left out the phrase “16 months” entirely.
Obama remarks on Iraq prompt flip-flop charge - CNN.com
