WSAZ EXCLUSIVE: Obama One on One
Save Email Print
Updated: 7:30 AM May 13, 2008
WSAZ EXCLUSIVE: Obama One on One
Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama took some time to speak with WSAZ's Michael Wooten in his only stop this month in West Virginia. Watch the entire interview now on WSAZ.com.
Posted: 2:04 PM May 12, 2008
Reporter: Michael Wooten
Email Address: michael.wooten@wsaz.com
Font Size:

Update: 3:00pm
Senator Obama just surprised some customers at a bar in South Charleston. The presidential hopeful made a stop at "Schultzies" around 2:40pm Monday afternoon. The Senator is shooting pool with some guests, including Congressman Nick Rahall. We have a crew with him at the bar. Keep clicking on WSAZ.com for the latest information.

CHARLESTON, W. Va. (WSAZ) -- After speaking to a crowd at the Charleston Civic Center, Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama spent a few minutes to answer questions from WSAZ.

Obama admits he hasn't campaigned in West Virginia as much as opponent Hillary Clinton. He acknowledged her insurmountable lead in the state. Many polls have Clinton up by around thirty points. Obama says if he is the nominee, he will be back to West Virginia to campaign in the fall.

In looking at Clinton's lead, Obama said he's had to do a lot of work to get his message out. He says there are many misconceptions about him. People think he's not Christian. He is. People think he doesn't salute the American flag. He does. He says he has to work hard to make sure people know more about him.

Obama talked with WSAZ about his goal of a tax credit for drivers instead of a gas sales tax holiday this summer. He said we have to start making cars more fuel efficient.

Obama spoke about clean coal technology. He says he believes it is possible to achieve this goal.

Watch Michael Wooten's full interview with Obama in the attached video player. Michael then went to Logan County for an exclusive interview with Obama's opponent Hillary Clinton.

[ Copyright 2009 – WSAZ.com. All Rights Reserved. ]
This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten or redistributed.
Severe Weather and Breaking News Coverage

To send a news tip or submit a story idea, e-mail news@wsaz.com


Latest Comments

Posted by: ashlee on May 13, 2008 at 09:01 PM

Obama your the best and this is from a white girl and I don't care what anybody says i have faith in you and I know that you are going to win don't listen to these racists white people who think they know it all they are just mad because some one from a colored race has stepped forward.. i love you...
[ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Ron on May 13, 2008 at 04:58 PM

Lord's name in vain? West "By God" Virginia isn't sacrilege. It was "By God" that West Virginia became a state because Lincoln disregarded the U.S. Constitution entirely to make it happen. I would have posted such a ridiculous statement as "anonymous" as well if I didn't know what I was talking about.
[ Report Abuse ]
Posted by: Mary on May 13, 2008 at 04:56 PM

Mike, the speech about bible thumping gun toters was right on. They are bitter and you are one of them. Same as those who focus on Obama's middle name, skin color, ancestry, and church.
[ Report Abuse ]


Political Headlines - CNN.com
WSAZ.com Sponsor Sections & Links
WSAZ Olympic Zone web channel
Full 2010 Olympic coverage from the WSAZ Olympic Zone. Coverage begins Friday, Feb. 12, at 7:30p with the Opening Ceremony on WSAZ
Radio City Christmas Spectacular
A glittering holiday show full of fun and surprises for the whole family! Children thrill as Santa takes them on a magical ride to his workshop.
Healthy Connections Healthy Connections
Find a local health professional
Moms4Moms Mom4Moms
A collection of resources here to help Moms weather the daily storms that come along with parenting.
SOMC
Very good things are happening here
WV Lottery
Nightly drawings and numbers
Big Sandy
For all your furniture and appliance needs
Healthy Tri-State
Tips to live a healthier lifestyle