Delivers on the headline, which suggests that the degree of change in US diplomatic policies may not live up to foreign expectations.

The fact that this is the "first" poll after Obama became the presumptive nominee and that it was taken before Hillary's endorsement of Obama today makes the headline of this piece a real stretch and somewhat misleading. There should have been more qualification of this poll. Further, the only source is a member of CNN.

The focus on the lack of accountabiilty and secrecy is valuable. Discussion of the alternatives and the apparent excessive cost would be worthwhile.

Chris has labeled all of this as his opinion. His story does a good job of listing the considerations that will go into the decision. He also elaborates on Obama's decision and the overtones relating to his executive and leadership abilities. Useful input.

Entertainment of the YouTube blather variety.

Ends up confusing the issue more than clarifying. It would have been helpful to have compared the current administration position with the (revised/amended) Obama position on openness of Jerusalem.

This story covers the developments over a relatively short time period and includes commentary about the major actors.

This story amounts to a personal opinion based on the author's own personal opinion. Precious little substance.

I believe this story presents the situation as it stands, gives the major points of contention. It takes a few more words to adequately explore all the trends involved.

Underwhelming is a good word to describe McCain's first outing after the Dems had a presumptive nominee. The contrast between the ennui of McCain's crowd and the electricity of Obama's was astonishing.

Having seen the speech, almost in its entirety, this story resonates with my overall impression of McCain's position.