Didn't he do that in a prior SOTU too????
No. After the State of the Union, the one immediately after 9-ll, Tom Daschle grabbed onto President Bush and wouldn't let go...it looked like a little boy seeking comfort from his Dad. In that moment....and never afterward, Tom Daschle felt sincere patriatism and determination to assist the President defend this country.
This time it was President Bush who instigated the hug with Joe Lieberman, and I'm certain it was out of appreciation. I don't know if you've noticed, but Joe Lieberman has been all over television, strongly supporting President Bush, our military, and our country at war.