Doesn't say much for Clinton's alleged intelligence, not to mention his ability to focus. If he's so easily distracted, what's he doing in the White House? Oh wait, he really was easily distracted, except it was by chubby interns, Chinese contributors and the occasional golf course, not those nasty Republicans and Matt Drudge.
For $1,000 a plate, donors ate barbecue family-style and gawked at Carter, Clinton and Gore. Hardly the best of friends, the three have not been together since the 9/11 memorial in 2001.
But the desire of Democrats to send Bush back to Texas is almost palpable, transcending past squabbles. "I want to start by saying something nice about President Bush," Kerry told the crowd. "Of all the Presidents we've had with the last name of Bush, his economic plan ranks in the top two." [Why are the Dems' attempts at humor so lame?]
While Clinton's speech overshadowed everyone, it was Carter who had the sound bite of the night. Referring to his long friendship with consumer activist and current candidate Ralph Nader, Carter said, "When I was President, he gave me a lot of advice. Tonight, I want to return the favor. ... Go back to examining the rear ends of automobiles and don't risk costing the Democrats the White House as you did four years ago." [Can't tell - was that another lame attempt at humor?] rest of story
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Former rock singer news babe Ashleigh Banfield has been told by NBC to pack up her scarves and go home, story here