Ed Rollins just reminded me of a lesson I learned on the playground - many swing voters and undecideds don't want to lose - they want to pick the winner. Watching children take sides in an argument there are always those who jump in with strong belief and conviction - you know where they stand - there are other kids on the margins and you're not sure - but they sure flip fast to the winning side once the fight or argument is over. The same is true in spectator sports with fair weather fans - Everyone wants to pick a winner baby!

Pat Buchanan said on MSBC that Obama is 2 touchdowns ahead and should take a knee. Since when is talking to the American people unsafe? what if Roosevelt were afraid to give a fireside chat? would americans have served like they did? It's like Republicans chiding Obama for talking to Iran or  Chavez... they are afraid of communicating. After the most secretive administration ever, many Americans who feel left out and marginalized by the Bush government, just might like a President who speaks directly to them and identifies with their hopes and worries.