He's learning to swim with the sharks and to handle Russert.
It's much easier for Biden and democrats, given they have the hosts on their side.
Allen did pretty darn well, IMO.
I usually don't watch the Sunday shows, so this was the first GOOD look I've had at Allen.
It's also easier when you don't care if you are telling the truth or not. Quoting polls which count about 20% more rats then Pubs provides them additional non-fact based talking points.