The ability to reassure an anxious nation depends on precise word choice. Last night, while giving his first address to a joint session of Congress, President Obama missed the mark.

“When we learn that a major bank has serious problems,” the president said, “we will hold accountable those responsible, force the necessary adjustments, provide the support [...]

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Crisis-talking McCain ended his Meet the Press interview by — surprise, surprise — reminding Americans how worried they are.
“People are very worried now — very, very worried — and have every reason to be,” McCain said. “I think it’s all about who can assure a better future.”
Let’s have some straight talk about assure vs. ensure. [...]

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