[Ludicrous]

and the White House knows this full well, was a botched joke

How is the White House supposed to know full well, the intention of his remarks? Are we now supposed to believe he consults with the White House on the content of his lame speeches?

Spin away Mr.Kerry, your comment was a blatant insult, which you now refuse to recant.

[MadIvan]

How is the White House supposed to know full well, the intention of his remarks?

Well the DUmmies do think Karl Rove can read minds...

Regards, Ivan