Obama and McCain

Obama has wrapped up the Democratic nomination, and it is a historic and happy occasion, especially for liberals. Yet, I worry that this could turn out like Stephen King's "Carrie". The outsider girl supposedly wins the Queen vote, but then winds up with a bucket of blood poured on her. I'm afraid it might be too easy for Republicans to paint Obama as a way-out leftie who cannot be trusted with command.

So, it is something of a relief to see the suggestion that it is poor old McCain who does not stand a chance against the young, vibrant oratorical magic man:

Still, the presidency is not a speechifying contest, but it's reassuring that we really have no idea how the general election will pan out, as it can go either way at this early juncture. We only know that it will be an historic race, and we can bet that it will be hard and mean.

( Obama's great speech )

Obama and McCain

Obama has wrapped up the Democratic nomination, and it is a historic and happy occasion, especially for liberals. Yet, I worry that this could turn out like Stephen King's "Carrie". The outsider girl supposedly wins the Queen vote, but then winds up with a bucket of blood poured on her. I'm afraid it might be too easy for Republicans to paint Obama as a way-out leftie who cannot be trusted with command.

So, it is something of a relief to see the suggestion that it is poor old McCain who does not stand a chance against the young, vibrant oratorical magic man:

Still, the presidency is not a speechifying contest, but it's reassuring that we really have no idea how the general election will pan out, as it can go either way at this early juncture. We only know that it will be an historic race, and we can bet that it will be hard and mean.

( Obama's great speech )