One of his handlers has already come out and said that Kerry's remark was made "off the cuff" in answer to a question posed by someone in the audience. Believe W is speaking to this same group tomorrow?
Yes, Kerry backing off big time. Saying he was just trying to convey that he was ready to be a leader.
"off the cuff?"
No way. See Post #17 on this thread for a partial transcript of Kerry's interview on Larry King Live.