Salmo g.........it's funny you should use the phrase, "the end justifies the means" in a non-complimentary way where the right is concerned. I've always regarded the same phrase as legit when describing the actions of the leftist enviro-rads (all of whom vote the big D). Curious, isn't it, how both parties think "It's those weirdo's who are totally gone!"?

Sorry for the momentary depart from Powell.

Powell certainly can speak for himself, but I think the toppler for him was simply McCain's inability to inspire people with speech. It's plagued him throughout the campaign. The Palin choice was not good, either. There are many other factors as well, but none of which make that other guy (what's his name?) worth much. Piss poor, just simply piss poor. I certainly don't foresee anything good coming of this next term, especially country unity.

My 2

Edit....argh....I should proofread BEFORE posting....wrong word spelled correctly