Gentle but then there's a knife that cuts to the heart of McCain - he believes in an imperial government, as does Bush.

Succinct and to the point. Democrats and Independents favor diplomacy, while Republicans favor killing.

The opening paragraph begins with John McCain's rhetoric, which would be fine if immediately after there appeared a paragraph that at least begins to counter McCain's ridiculous assertions that he is going to reform government and be a change. The entire article is full of camp quotes and nothing more. The way it's laid out in the beginning sets the tone for the entire article. Even though the reader may read the entire article which would eventually show a good contrast and comparison between the camp talking points - there's still no meat! Where are the facts on McCain's record then and much more importantly - now - while under the support of Bush and tutelage of Rove?

Personal, touching, promising.