Well -- I think he has played it pretty well until now, and I think its appropriate for him to step in and help if he can. While I expect him to weight the politics, its really leadership we are all looking for now. Bush and McCain have tried and failed, so if he wants to make the case that he is ready to lead the nation, lets see what he can do. And that does not necessarily mean he has to go stomping around the Capital and make a spectacle of himself. Sometimes leadership is knowing how to work behind the scenes (and claim credit at the appropriate time). I have confidence that this is his moment.

Posted at September 30, 2008 2:56 PM in response to Obama Edging Into More Active Role On Crisis

I would have given a slight "win" to McCain, but maybe thats because i am paranoid and as i listen to the debates i think too much how the undecided voters might react rather than focusing on the overall performance.

I would like to have seen Obama talk about the perils of "blunt instrument" policy making, and be more direct on the reckless nature of John McCain. Freezing spending levels; hot headed reactions to Russia, as just and extension of the last administration which had a similarly boneheaded approach (invasion of Iraq).

I would also like to have seen him hit harder on how sleazy and dishonest McCain's campain is -- and how fundamentally the "Straight Talk Express" appears to have been left in the roundhouse. McCain's credbility has been strained to breaking point -- i think its fair game for Obama to go directly to that point.

Posted at September 27, 2008 2:17 PM in response to McPain Is Ailin'

Got it -- Obama/Santos! :)

Posted at May 20, 2008 11:49 AM in response to Jim Webb's Veep Tour Comes To Manhattan

I got no complaints about Webb -- for those who count votes and demographics down the gnat's *** he may be the best choice.

I would still like to see Obama go for broke and get a high profile latino on the ticket. Obama-Richardson, maybe or a Cuban American from Florida?

I mean hell, if we are going to stir things up, lets do it right!

Posted at May 20, 2008 11:01 AM in response to Jim Webb's Veep Tour Comes To Manhattan

I wish i could share Dave's optimism but i can't.

unfortunately, the disher of this dirt is Kevin Mannix and one of the most prominant republicans in the state. This truely is a swing district and he has wide name recognition while none of the democratic contenders are well known. Mannix also has several ballot initiatives this year, which boosts his profile even more.

this is going to be tough

Posted at May 16, 2008 7:48 PM in response to Brutal House GOP Primary Getting Nastier Everyday