Democratic presidential candidates come out punching at debate sponsored by AFL-CIO.« Thread Started on Aug 12, 2007, 12:19am » --------------------------------------------------------------------------------Democratic presidential candidates come out punching at debate sponsored by AFL-CIO.By JESSE J. HOLLANDThe Associated Pressread at source> http://www.kansascity.com/news/politics ... tmlCHICAGO | The two front-runners in the Democratic presidential race vigorously defended themselves Tuesday against criticisms of their stands on terrorism and corporate influence.