Very convincing answer. Thank you. I do not know much about Allen, but have always had a good impression of him when I see him interviewed (as to his personal demeanor and his policy views). In fact, prior to reading The New Republic article, I was thinking he might be a good choice as a Presidential candidate for 2008, if he chose to run. Sounds like the TNR article was a "hit piece"; the Left must be afraid of him. I will keep an open mind.
That's it exactly. He's not perfect, but they're making up stuff to attack him for.