DEMAND THE DEBATE!

You've probably heard already that John McCain has "suspended" his campaign (whatever that means), and wants to postpone Friday's first presidential debate. Yet in this time of financial crisis, the American people MUST hear from both presidential candidates. The candidates must stand up before us and answer the tough questions. McCain's debate dodge smacks of the Rove-Cheney-Bush brand of political maneuvering, and we simply cannot allow it.

Barack Obama has made clear that he can multi-task. His recent statements demonstrate that can evaluate the financial crisis and gather the input of his exceptional team of advisers, even while preparing to debate his opponent. He can fulfill his duties as a legislator while running for President. In fact, unlike McCain, Obama has returned to Washington to cast important votes during this election season. McCain hasn't voted since April, and has the worst absenteeism record in the Senate.

Make your voice heard. Click here to demand that the debate go on, as planned, this Friday evening.