That is why your attitude has got to come across as if the accusations themselves are so inaccurate as to be laughable. The attacks themselves are a form of ridicule to ridicule them back, is needed, but you have to be likable doing it.
Truth should be enough of course, but it just isn't in politics. I think Newt needs to think about it, and come up with a different way to respond, and maybe some Reagan like quips to have ready. Maybe he needs to watch Some of the Reagan debates.LOL.
Perhaps we should form a consulting company...you are spot on, my friend.