AP: Edwards criticizes Kerry over lobbyists, trade

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Democratic presidential contender John Edwards, in a must-win battle for South Carolina, criticized chief rival John Kerry on Monday for accepting contributions from lobbyists and supporting trade pacts that he contends have cost U.S. jobs.

Edwards, who had gained support in Iowa and New Hampshire for running a positive campaign, told reporters, "I don't take contributions from lobbyists, and he obviously does."

However, Edwards accepted one donation in 2002 directly from a lobbying firm and collected more than $80,000 from people who aren't formally registered as lobbyists but nonetheless work for some of Washington's powerhouse firms. He also has accepted more than $150,000 worth of flights aboard the corporate jets of special interests.

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Kerry, however, ignored his opponents in a speech Monday at the University of New Mexico in favor of criticizing President Bush and touting his health care proposals.

"I predict today, like father, like son, one term only. Bush is going to be done," Kerry said.

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[blm]

1. Typical elbowing. No big deal, imo.

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[ibegurpard]

2. that's right.

no big deal.