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I saw Huckabee on Leno. I think he hit a homerun. If any undecideds in Iowa saw it, they will be inclined to lean toward Huckabee. Talking about his weight loss and guitar playing make him extremely likeable. Leno calling his jacket a triple-wide was laugh out loud funny. His story about his doctor giving him a death sentence and his response to it speaks to his character. I wasn't aware of his radical plan for the IRS. Even I like that. Citing his financial underdog status when compared to Romney was helpful. Americans like an underdog. You know, the story about the negative ads is a good one. Ed Rollins wants to kick Romney in the teeth, but the candidate shows he is in charge, that he is the "decider" by going against the conventional wisdom.

His mention of verticality and horizontal politics can also resonate. These words are often used in church politics and liturgical discussions. One wonders if that is where he got them and if they are directed toward a certain constituency. Nonetheless, it is true that many Americans don't pigeon-hole policies in ideological terms. If he can articulate that notion, he will be very popular. And speaking of articulation, what a breath of fresh air to hear someone speak the English language, actually complete a sentence when compared to what we have had to endure the last eight years.

So, not a grand slam, the format didn't allow that, but definitely a homer, and the fact that he got on the Tonight Show the day before the caucuses is just another quiver in his arrow. It speaks to his desire to win and his ability to discern how to get exposure. The guy is a winner.

And speaking of articulation...

And a fine articulation of the kind of effort it will take for a Republican to win in November -- and lead after that.

Hopefully, it will be enjoyable to observe. I think I'll actually do some participating.

Hope vs. just "Hot Springs"