[txhurl]

The NSA thing has backfired in the 10pt range against the 'rats. If they had a neural knot amongst them they'd drop it like dirty underpants.

[smoothsailing]

They're reactionary.They'll change the subject again.The cumulative effect of jumping from one perceived scandal to the next just further marginalizes their credibilty with voters.

With their wacky base and lack of adult leadership they're becoming little more than a unpleasant impediment to more rapid success.President Bush has proven time and time again that he can lead the country in spite of them.