Requiem for a Maverick
They compounded a millionfold Bush's legacy of incompetence by soiling both possible Republican ideological strategies going forward: They killed off Bush-style neoconservatism as well as the more traditional fiscal conservatism McCain himself was once known for by trying to fuse both approaches into one gorgeously incoherent ticket. Full Story »
Posted by Randy Morrow
I have greatly enjoyed Matt Taibbi's coverage of the 2008 presidential election. He has the gift every good feature writer must have, the ability to provide succinct work pictures for his readers. A case in point is the description of the atmosphere at McCain's concession. I look forward to seeing what Taibbi turns his attention to next.