The Absolution Election?

Andrew Sullivan The Daily Dish  Apr 16 08

A reader writes: Even at this late date I have yet to see anyone accurately describe what this election is about. Iraq? No. The economy? No. Healthcare? No. Embarrassment, shame and guilt? Yes, yes and yes. Only a few months... Full story...

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