The Truth About Ayres and Obama

Obama claims he was not 'close' to terrorist Bill Ayres. He repeatedly denied they ever had more than a passing association, living in the same neighborhood and serving on the board of the Annenberg Challenge together. The truth is a little different than what Obama would like known. Bill Ayres pushed for and got Obama, then a relatively unknown south side lawyer, selected to this board. From this position, Obama had the authority to distribute $150 million, giving him instant political influence and clout and making Obama an instant power player in Chicago politics. From this position, Obama was able to build his reputation and prepare for his political career. It was Bill Ayres that held the first fund raiser for Obama, at his home, when Obama ran for the State Senate. Ayres made Obama a force in Chicago politics, and the two have been in contact as recently as 2007. They exchange phone calls and emails. So Obama is lying when he claims he has no connection to this terrorist. This man who tried to bomb a dance held for young soldiers and their wives. This man who bombed the Capitol, bombed the Pentagon, and orchestrated armed robberies (and was responsible for several deaths). This man who in 2001 said he regretted only that he didn't do more, and was photographed stomping an American flag. This is the man who made Obama, despite what he claims.