Okay, not really fair to subject everyone to angry John McCain so early in the morning. But, watch excerpts from his interview with the Des Moines Register Editorial Board. Jonathan Martin at Politico describes it this way:
An emphatic, combative and at times surly John McCain today tangled with the Des Moines Register editorial board over his running mate, the nature of his campaign and whether he can appreciate the health care needs of Americans.This is the real John McCain. He looks like he's ready to blow his top. This guy does not have the temperament to lead America. Following the negative reaction to his angry behavior at the debate, you'd think McCain would be on his best behavior. (You'd have thought he'd have been on his best behavior at the debate, too.) The guy can't control his temper.
The paper posted a series of clips from the session on their website.
It's a hard-edged McCain that is rarely seen on film
Facing questions from liberal-leaning editors -- though ones that endorsed his candidacy before the caucuses -- McCain offered a robust defense of Sarah Palin.
"So, with due respect, I strongly disagree with your premise that she doesn't have experience and knowledge and background," McCain said after listing Palin's qualifications. "I fundamentaly disagree and I'm proud of her record."
Hat tip, Bryan Lefwitz for leading me to the YouTube video.
