There’s a lot to like about Obama as a candidate for President. The man has gifts; no doubt about it. But the thing that fascinates me most is how hard it is to label him.

He’s neither white nor black.

He’s neither old nor young.

He’s not a southerner or northerner because he grew up in Hawaii.

He’s not too left or too right.

He’s not too Christian, and even has a Muslim name.

He’s not an old school politician or a newcomer.

He’s not handsome in a standard way, yet he’s attractive.

He’s a man, but somehow projects a feminine vibe too.

I predict Obama will win the Democratic nomination. In the general election he will lead in the polls but lose to John McCain because the Republicans will do a better job of rigging the election.