Had I waited one more day to post "Politics As Entertainment", I might've had to rethink and rewrite a bit. While I'm glad I didn't, I have to bring someone to your attention whose words and deeds will change even the most ardent Bushbaby supporter's opinion.

   This morning on Meet The Press I had the great fortune to see and hear the unwaivering, unvarnished, uber-informed "testimony" of General Tony Zinni, and for me, a new hero was born. This man is/was pure Hawk, a lifer in the military. He ended his insider years as Bushbaby's envoy in the Middle East. And still continues as a "consultant" on "intelligence". He unequivocally avers that while this administration may be putting on a great show, (as I've maintained), it is a work of fiction. At best. He stated very clearly that he read the same intel as the administration and never once saw proof of WMDs. He went on to say he firmly advised the administration against the war they were intent on starting, and was very public about it. The day before one of Cheneyburton's most fervent warmongereing efforts, in front of a Veteran's group no less, Zinni told them they were making a grave mistake, and that their info was just plain wrong.

   I've just bought his book, "The Battle for Peace: A Frontline Vision of America's Power and Purpose" on Amazon and cannot wait to read it. At this point, against the backdrop of this corrupt administration, he really seems like a true visionary. When in reality all he is is an honest footsoldier in the struggle for a real, and lasting peace.

   And that makes him not only my hero, but the type of "Politics As Entertainment" figure we need to see way more of. One with Brass Stars AND brass balls.