George and Sean Sitting in a Tree

Mark Ambinder in The Atlantic on the debate:

A lot of stuff that Obama doesn't want Pennsylvanians to think about were the subject of fairly detailed questions. Obama's supporters are already blaming the "establishment" -- that is, the powerful institution of the mainstream media -- for the tone of the debate. This sets up a blowback scenario wherein his supporters will rally to his defense and lash out at the media very loudly. But Obama's going to be the next president of the United States, maybe. The most powerful person in the world. And questions about his personal associations, his character, his personal beliefs, his statements at private fundraisers -- the answers to these questions tell us a lot. Sometimes the questions are unfair (( -- nothing about Colombia and Mark Penn -- )), but this ain't Pop Warner; the artificial distinction between politics, personality and policy doesn't exist in this league, and if you're uncomfortable with it, then change the rules or don't run for office.

My favorite comment, possibly, ever!

It was Gerorge Steph and Sean Hannity ganging up on Obama on behalf of Hillary.

They all showed true their true colors.

The idea of Sean Hannity doing anything on behalf of Hillary is just too funny.

Full disclosure - I couldn't watch the debate. Ugh. But it would appear that Senator Obama didn't fair so well. And to an Obama supporter that must be someone else's fault. So how do you explain a poor performance?

1. Blame Senator Clinton because she's never been the one getting tough questions.
2. Blame the media for daring to ask tough questions of Senator Obama.
3. Complain that the media is not focusing on issues - HA!

Oh, it's just too delicious.

I have to add a comment on "bittergate". It's not elitism. It's arrogance. He and Mrs. Obama focus on how "mean" we are as a country and they are the ones who will restore greatness and give us hope.

If he wins we're going to need a lot of hope.

I hope we survive.