Anyone care what Scott McClellan has to say?

The former Bushie who cashed in with his book "What Happened" talks to Essence mag:

On Electing Sarah Palin: “… I think Senator McCain made his decision based more on political calculation than governing. He wanted to satisfy and energize the conservative base by choosing Palin. He also wanted to be able to reinforce an image that he wants to portray, which is that of a maverick reformer. And he wanted to neutralize the historic nature of Senator Obama’s candidacy by picking a woman. So, I think it was more so a selection based on political calculation than governing.”

On Candidates’ Messages: “McCain has conceded that this whole election will be a change election, but he wants to reach undecided voters by saying, “I’ll bring change by way of my strong personality.” Obama is saying, “I’ll bring about change based on policy.” He’s betting that undecided voters are going to go with him because they’re fed up with the policies of the current administration. McCain believes it’s not so much policy that needs change, but a stronger character in office. Both messages are very effective in their own right.”

On Candidates’ Attacks Against Each Other: “…My concern is when you see such an intense focus on negative attacks. Then you have to wonder whether that is going to be the way he may govern in his presidency. If that’s the case then that would not be someone who would really change things in office, or who could unite Democrats and Republicans around a common purpose. That’s the question for me: Which candidate will best be able to change the culture in Washington?”

On His Hopes for the White House : “…But we need a president with more candor and openness with the public and the press about government. Unfortunately, we’re not seeing that today. We also need a candidate who’s driven by bipartisanship and problem-solving. It ultimately will take the right person who is fully committed to making that happen.”

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