[Wolfstar]

I largely agree with your well-stated post. A President and White House that has been so sure-footed in foreign policy since 9/11 today seems unsure of itself, uncertain of how to defend its own sterling record, and too easily baited by the Dems' phony scandal-mongering. I'm surprised and more than a little bit worried.

[skip2myloo]

Thanks.

I wrote hastily because I was pressured by the clock, appreciate your tolerance of my typographical errors.

At the time of that post, I was unaware of the Kerry scandal that would unfold later in the day. Now, I believe it is even more important that the President remain above the fray, and stay focused on his record of solid achievement, coupled with his vision for the next four years.

For me personally, I would appreciate a shift of course more to the right as well.

The detailed complexities of his inner sanctum are not apparent to me. But, if you'll allow me to speculate, I believe Mr. Rove is better suited to advise the President about managing the cabinet and political interfaces with the Congress than he is a campaign strategist.

Now might be an excellent opportunity to invite Mrs. Karen Hughes to come manage his campaign again -- she was very successful in '00.