The Powell endorsement

Endorsements aren't generally a big deal, but the Colin Powell endorsement was important not simply because of the endorsement, but the carefully thought through logic that was behind it.

This has been a remarkable election for any number of reasons. Perhaps most remarkable of all is the crucible of events. I can't think of another election season in which the candidates were forced to respond to real world crises to such a degree.

Obama passed the test. McCain did not.