John Kerry

The JP Morgan comments were very good and went to spelling out the big difference in the parties. I also think that, given the circumstances that it would have been unusual if JK were not asked about Edwards. His answer reflected the complex man he is. He had the honesty to say that he had been disappointed by Edwards in the 2004 campaign. It was clear that was the case - as ALL the Kerry people could not stand Edwards by 2006. Just the fact that Kerry pointedly said nothing about Edwards - as he praised the rest of the Democratic field always suggested that he still followed what his parents likely told him of saying nothing if you can't say anything positive. His respect for law and his genuine compassion for the Edwards kids was obvious.

I think the newscasters were on their better behavior when he was there - except for the repeated SoS comments. I concur with your impression that the people who seemed normal and informed were positive about Kerry.