OK David, that is a good one

I have been a bit sniffy towards David "good temperament" Brooks since he went with class over ideology in NOV08 - but as with most of the Christopher Buckley types, he is starting to come around now that the cold water keeps being thrown in his face. Here is a nice tid-bit.

These events have heralded a new era of partnership between the White House and private companies, one that calls to mind the wonderful partnership Germany formed with France and the Low Countries at the start of World War II. The press conferences and events marking this new spirit of cooperation have been the emotional highlights of the administration so far.

Snerk. With the way we teach history, I know many missed it - but I enjoyed it.