This wasn't an "off the cuff" remark. He was asked the question directly. If he had refused to answer and tried to change the subject, the media would have blown that all out of proportion.
Don't blame Akin - blame the media for doing all they can to avoid talking things that show how dramatically Obama has failed.
“Don’t blame Akin - blame the media for doing all they can to avoid talking things that show how dramatically Obama has failed.”
This is exactly the point. His remarks were red meat for the MSM. Did he not realize this when he said it? If not he has no business being in politics.
He will pay dearly for this, the GOP will pay dearly and this smear will make its way to Romney/Ryan.
Way to go Todd.