Politics / Bill Clinton What Bill Told Barack: How to Win the Race It's not hard to guess the advice Clinton may have given Obama By Katherine Thompson, Newser Staff Posted Sep 12, 2008 11:51 AM CDT Copied Democratic presidential candidate Sen. Barack Obama, D-Ill. meets with former President Bill Clinton in New York, Thursday, Sept. 11, 2008. (AP Photo/Chris Carlson) Reporters weren't allowed at Bill Clinton's meeting with Barack Obama yesterday in Harlem, but John F. Harris, in Politico, thinks he has a pretty good idea of some talking points: Obama can be himself, but the election shouldn't about him—it's about the voters. Less rhetoric, more catchy policy proposals. Ignore the GOP's personal attacks, and hit back with a smile. Don't focus on Sarah Palin; talk about the big issues. Speak to more Republicans and undecideds—cheering Democratic crowds aren't where the swing votes lie. For the rest of Politico's guesses about Bill's advice, click on the link below. (More Bill Clinton stories.) Report an error