The Note Already Knows What You're All Going To Say

With a lot on the line, we asked a diverse group of keen political observers – ranging mostly from older white men who live in Washington to younger (relatively) white men who also live in Washington – what the stakes and challenges are for the President tonight. While their views are not as colorful as the pre- and post-game analysis of Terry, Howie, and Jimmy, here’s what we found:

David Gergen, adviser to several presidents of both parties: “The President has to walk a real tightrope tonight.”

Norm Ornstein, American Enterprise Institute: “This is Bush’s last chance to make his case, and, frankly, it might already be too late.”

Charlie