[PrtzlLogic]

I kinda started out with a "yuck" response, too. But once you read the whole article, the writer's argument becomes more compelling. As with all things in life, though, I personally would still argue for balance above all. Bush does seem to do his best to balance his faith with intellect. Kerry of course, does not balance his intellect with faith. Additionally, Kerry's logic and intellectual faculties don't appear to be strong enough to compensate for his other character flaws. Thus, I would say that Bush is closer to being a complete person; contrasting Kerry who is obviously far short of being "whole." Maybe that's why people instinctively find Bush more likable.

Good post, the article got me thinking.

[Cincinatus' Wife]

Thanks. I had your same initial reaction.

Before pulling the lever***....4) We've all tried to parse Mr. Kerry's indecisive wordiness. But think about his dodgy silence. Bob Woodward has been trying since June to ask Mr. Kerry how he would have fought the Iraq war differently. He even sent his questions to the candidate. "I interviewed President Bush and he answered hundreds of detailed questions," Mr. Woodward told Fox's Bill O'Reilly this week. But not Mr. Kerry. ...***