Kerry/Edwards

So the media was way out of control on this one. They've been talking up the issue of John Kerry's looming VP choice for so long that when Kerry announced his decision to go with Edwards today, it seemed like he'd been holding out for ages. In reality, the announcement coming at this point in the election cycle is actually the earliest a presidential candidate has chosen a running mate in recent electoral history. So that's the power of the media for you (never mind The New York Post, which actually went to press with the wrong headline!).

I really like John Edwards. Of all the Democrats who ran in the primaries, I was most impressed with his attitude and presence as a politician. He's a great speaker, calm and collected, and is good at answering questions and not sounding like he's full of crap.

So I like him, and I'm glad John Kerry chose him.

Glad as I am, however, I'm a bit disappointed that Kerry didn't pull a surprise move and do something really bold and inspiring. Edwards was the safe choice, and I guess we now know for sure that John Kerry is going to play things safe. That's okay, but I would have been really impressed if Kerry had made a decision that threw everyone for a loop and confounded Washington with its uniqueness.

PS: That said, I am happy- GRATEFUL- that Kerry did not pick Dick Gephardt.