Des Moines Register rebukes McCain, endorses Obama

“Though widely regarded as a man of honor, he has overseen a campaign premised on purposeful distortions about Obama and his record.”

Amen to that.

clipped from www.dailykos.com McCain, like Obama, brought an appealing personal history to the campaign. He’s a genuine American hero The Register’s editorial board endorsed McCain for the Republican nomination and looked forward to a serious-minded contest between competing ideologies and worthy foes But it’s as if McCain has lost his way, forfeiting principle for gain of a few points in the polls Though widely regarded as a man of honor, he has overseen a campaign premised on purposeful distortions about Obama and his record Worst of all, in grasping for political edge in his choice of a running mate, he burdened his ticket and potentially the country with an individual utterly unqualified to ascend to the presidency Before choosing Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin, McCain emphasized the importance of experience Then he picked a running mate who clearly isn’t ready.