There are a lot of reasons that Americans are angry about Washington politics. And one more example is the way Senator Obama's opponents are playing guilt-by-association, tarring him because he happens to know Bill Ayers.I also know Bill Ayers. He worked with me in shaping our now nationally-renowned school reform program. He is a nationally-recognized distinguished professor of education at the University of Illinois/Chicago and a valued member of the Chicago community.
I don't condone what he did 40 years ago but I remember that period well. It was a difficult time, but those days are long over. I believe we have too many challenges in Chicago and our country to keep re-fighting 40 year old battles.
Sunday, May 11, 2008
chicago mayor richard daley on obama - ayers
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I'll say this much: I don't like the school reforms because they mirror Mike Bloomberg's, but I see your point here.
sorry, disregard my last comment. i misspoke on that one.
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