Not only McCain came out against it, but so did Giuliani. Hmmmm. The two top front-runners for the Republican Nomination both came out against the report. I think the real practical impact of this report has been gravely misoverestimated.
I agree with you and I like your terminology “misoverestimated” : )
Perhaps, though not in the context of Iraq. As I recall the concept of the group, from Baker's perspective, was to produce a "plan" acceptable to, and endorsed by, both parties. The objective not winning or losing, but to remove Iraq as an issue from the 2008 election, by instituting a plan supported by both parties. Ironically it appears the Dems will support the plan, it implies blame for failure on Republicans, but neither GWB nor the 2008 candidates seem to be jumping on board. Potentially it could have the opposite effect, polarizing the positions. Maybe even create a "let's win" constituency. My guess the last thing Baker wanted.
That is true, but the Congressional Dems are in favor of it, and they will be "in charge" of the Entire Known Universe in January, according to the MSM. They also LUVVV Gates as SecDef.