Mr. Tyrell nails it... I'm surprised. I would have thought he would be more of a Newt supporter than this blistering but realistic assessment. Newt has no charm and very little likeability. No leadership credentials of any consequence, even the GOP takeover of Congress. Yes, he fashioned a decent strategy with the Contract but then had no lasting leadership skills to pursue the Contract. Some might view that as "Presidential credentials" -- I would sorely disagree.