Helen.
Q The President apparently has gotten several messages, underground, back-channel and so forth, through intermediaries for direct talks with Iran. Surely he is not going to blow a -- speaking of opportunities with Iraq, this is an opportunity to talk directly to Iran. And why doesn't the President do it? And don't give me the -- I'm sure the three other allies and so forth would be very happy if we talked directly to Iran.
MR. SNOW: Well, if you don't wish me to answer the question, then I'll just move to the next questioner.
Q I want you to answer after I've told you what my premise is. (Laughter.)
MR. SNOW: This from Secretary of State Helen Thomas. The position has always been clear. We are not going to divide --
Q If elected I will serve. (Laughter.)
It's clear that Tony has raised children.
He has set limits for Helen and he's not going to allow her to step over them.
He'll do great raising his kids through the teen years, because he doesn't get ruffled, keeps a sense of humor, and is clearly relishing the challenge of keeping her in line.
Good on you, Tony!
Pinz
She may continue to ask her non-question questions, but Tony has totally disarmed her with his wit and charm.