Alan Alda, does what he can for the role, but for what its worth, his version of a republican is basically a RINO.
Its also pretty clear who the character is based on.
Hint, its not a real conservative.
Aldas character ir pretty much a fictionalized version of McCain (except they made the republican pro-abortion, and possibly even a closet atheist).
The demcoratic candiate, is based on a perfect, idealized version of John Kerry, which is assinine.
If they're basing that guy on Kerry, they are very indirect about it. Hispanic Congressman from Texas. Look at the guy trying to be true to his position throughout the campaign. Look at the guy's relationship with his wife. Look at the number of times he went off campaign script. If they want us to think of Kerry, they are doing a poor job.