[machman]

Shhhhh, nothing to see here. We know Chirac is a principled man, and Bush is just a reckless cowboy. Now back to your vin et fromage.

[Quilla]

...nothing to see here.

Interesting choice of words. All that needs to be added is 'let's move on, we have work to do'. As I read this article I couldn't help but think that Chirac should call Bill Clinton for advice on how to get out of this little pickle.