John McCain and Barack Obama debated and campaigned during the 2008 election cycle.

The entities involved

• John McCain →

  American politician (1936–2018)

  • Obama criticized Clinton's gas tax plan, while Clinton used 'us or against us' rhetoric regarding terrorism, with McCain supporting Clinton.Sun 05:38
  • In 2008, John McCain campaigned in Iowa, while Colin Powell endorsed the Democratic nominee and McCain received contributions during the caucuses.Sat 05:20
• Barack Obama →

  president of the United States from 2009 to 2017 (born 1961)

  • Obama's staff attended a political fundraiser event in Des Moines on October 13, 2026.08:09
  • Barack Obama broached the subject of federal waste during a recent discussion.08:01

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