Begala, Big Jim, Tucker and the Cripple

There they were at 1:00am. Begala, Carville, Carlson and Novak. The Crossfire gang, worn out and clearly ready to go home. I am writing about this because it was a strange moment. When asked about the hopes of the democrats in the future Carville said that it was too late in the evening to spin, "so I'll just tell you the truth." What he said after that didn't matter. What did matter is the fact that the conversation that followed was devoid of any spin. No gloating, no whining, just four smart guys talking about politics and the election. I was amazed that they had it in them. It was also evident that they really are faking it on their show. If Crossfire wants to revive ratings they should review last nights tape. I would watch that show.