Rove Not Necessarily A Political Genius

Glenn Smith of BOP News writes an outstanding analysis of Karl Rove and his filthy political tricks. Karl Rove's un-American attacks on those who disagree with him deserve the condemnation they're receiving. I've known him for 20 years, and I'm not surprised he said them. He's a socially inept but patient thug whose willingness to haunt the nation's dark political alleys for years, waiting for the right time and the right victims, is too often taken for unparalleled political intelligence. [snip] For years I've suspected that Rove is stuck in an adolescent rage, taking revenge upon the Civil Rights marchers (whose courage he couldn't match), the anti-war organizers (who beat him), and those who believe in and struggle for democracy (who drove off Nixon). I don't recommend therapy for Bin Laden. But Rove might give Dr. Laura a call. Personally I don't think even a dozen Dr. Laura's could help this pathological manipulator. Then again now that I think of it, her tactics and hypocrisy may just make them the perfect couple. They would certainly deserve each other. MORE....