I'm more of a Condi Rice hater myself :-P Seriously, I remember how terrific Guliani's speech was at the GOP convention, and how badly it was needed. Our president is a horrible public speaker. He is apparantly incapable of articulating anything beyond a sing-songy slogan. And I'm sorry, but effectively articulating a vision and persuading people to follow is a key part of leadership. I like Newt, too, but he's probably got very little chance of securing the nomination. That Jack kemp republican helmet head might not sell. I'm so fed up right now, I have passing notions about going back to 3rd party land.
I agree. He needs Karen Hughes back on his staff as speech writer. W mumbles and fuddles in off-the-cuff situations. He does do a fine job in meeting with the troops and has tee-rific comraderie with our military. And THAT i LIKE a lot. Since, to me, the United States Military is the only branch of government that I think we need. Most of the rest can dry up and pi$$ off.