Arizona Sen. John McCain’s post-vote speech last night hit all the points intended to mollify his party critics. It could be the start of a reconciliation that stops the rather-sit-home whining before it gets out of hand. As he said: "We are the captains of our fate. We can overcome any challenge as long as we keep our courage and stand by our principles. I intend to make my stand on those principles, and trust in the judgment of the American people I serve." It’s been said that after eight years of one party, voters normally want another in the White House. But the times are unusual, and the Long War continues, and it may be that people won’t want its stewards to change–particularly when the only choice is the controversial husband-wife team of the pre-war administration. We’re going to find out.
UPDATE: Hugh Hewitt, who kept me sane in 2004 by never doubting that Bush would win re-election, has the right idea: "There are seven reasons for anyone to support the eventual nominee no matter who it is: The war and six Supreme Court justices over the age of 68."
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