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http://www.washingtonmonthly.com/political-animal/2012_01/setting_the_standards_for_the034544.php
MannyGoldstein
(34,589 posts)As it states in the linked article.
SunsetDreams
(8,571 posts)he said this:
Update: There may be some confusion here. Brian Beutler argues, Its absurd to compare a Presidents and a private equity fund managers fake job creation accolades. Ive some related criticisms this afternoon.
Also in the update is another message from Steve Benen
Folks may be missing the point here. Romney has said repeatedly that he created more jobs at Bain and in Massachusetts than Obama has created in three years as president. Its a standard talking point from Romney and his campaign.
My point isnt to compare a country to a private equity firm, but rather, to show how foolish it is to accept the jobs debate on Romneys terms. Hes playing fast and loose with the details in the hopes voters wont know the difference. Its absurd and the chart is intended to highlight that absurdity.
Thaddeus Kosciuszko
(307 posts)and gone into business for themselves?