Hillary Likable Enough

I don't like Hillary.

Of course, I don't like her lib positions on issues. That's a given.

And as far as her personality goes, I don't find that likable either.

She has bugged me since she said, "I suppose I could have stayed home and baked cookies and had teas, but what I decided to do was to fulfill my profession which I entered before my husband was in public life."

But during tonight's debate on ABC, there was a moment when I actually found her somewhat likable.

It was when Hillary was asked to comment on why people don't like her.

MANCHESTER, N.H. -- Asked what she could say to voters who don't find her likable enough, and seem to like Obama more, Clinton drew laughter. "Well, that hurts my feelings. ... But I'll try to go on."

She said she agreed that Obama was likable, then added, "I don't think I'm that bad."

That drew a wry response from Obama, who said, "You're likable enough, Hillary."

You really had to see this exchange to understand how stupid the question was and what an ass Obama was.

I think Hillary handled the question very well.

What was she supposed to say to someone telling her that people don't like her the way they like Obama?

She was genuinely funny and exhibited some warmth that she usually doesn't project.

Obama, on the other hand, really didn't handle it well. When the camera went to him, he was looking down, looking smug, and looking like a jerk as he snapped, "You're likable enough, Hillary."

There was something very nasty about it. He wasn't gracious or kind. After all, he had just received a compliment. He didn't even smile. I don't know how Obama managed to turn "likable enough" into an insult, but he did.

I haven't changed my opinion of Hillary. I still wouldn't say I find her likable.

This debate has changed my opinion of Obama when it comes to his likability.

I used to think he was a pleasant, likable guy.

Now, I'm not so sure.
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