But we all know that his comments were taken by the public and the media talking heads to mean something actually accomplished - if not a final bill or signed agreement something tangible like an agreement in principle.
It doesn't matter if we can rationalize his words and actions and convince ourselves that his acts match his words.
What matters is what the voters think, and I'm afraid they will see it as smoke and mirrors and no significant accomplishments.
The best, most successful manager I ever knew operated on the principle that motion and activity do not constitute achievements - only actual, measurable results count as achievements.
At this point in the election cycle we’re trying to influence a very small percentage of the electorate. Those so-called undecideds and swingable democrats will be avidly watching the debate tonight. More will be watching than prior to the will he/won’t he show up media watch.
McCain is a political animal...don’t underestimate his use of the media.