Saturday, August 23, 2008

Freedom of speech

So now that we're done with the big announcement and as we head into the convention, I wonder what y'all thought about the choice of Biden? (Based on RamRam's Google search traffic analysis of course, he's old news - so 2007 :-)

I must confess I've always liked Biden as a person. He livens up discussions, is blunt and outspoken, always quotable, and obviously cares passionately about foreign affairs and government. I was not aware of his personal biography, and have renewed respect for the man.

However we do know how Biden loves to exercise his freedom of speech. For an Obama campaign that has shown great message discipline, how often is Biden going to trample on the message of the day? And are all of his myriad quotes from his past going to provide the McCain campaign with a cudgel to use against the ticket?

1 comment:

swaroop said...

I thought Biden was a good pick too. Not an inspiring pick, but a down the middle of the fairway kind of pick.

I've always liked Biden. There is an authenticity in the guy that I don't see in most politicians.

I loved his "seven kitchen tables" line! He will be a witty attack dog and should be able to get under McCain's skin.

Are you as tired as I am of the P.O.W. card that the McCain campaign seems to be dropping at the slighest attack?