All I could think while he was talking is, this guy is a phony. Of course, most Politicians come across the same way and Mitt gives a good speech. Earnest didn't come to mind.
I then saw President Bush at the same event. All I could think is, this guy is genuine. He wasn't polished, but you knew he says what he means and means what he says.
He should have!
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ernest_P._Worrell