John McCain on Saturday Night Live

"The McCain Age"

John McCain's appearance on Saturday Night Live, turned into an age joke. McCain is 71 years old, which has been a reoccurring topic in the opposing media for some time. McCain's is trying to use the age factor as tool to weaken his support. When McCain was asked "what should we be looking for in our next president?" He responded. "Certainly, someone who is very, very, very, old." McCain's ability to joke about his age and in such a witty, youthful way made the age issue vanish, at least to me. With age comes wisdom; if Alzheimer's doesn't come first.

I personally don't think McCain's age will be a factor in his ability to lead the United States. I think the ability to laugh and crack jokes on yourself is a trait each candidate should posses. Quotes from his appearance on SNL:

"I have the courage, the wisdom, the experience and, most importantly, the oldness necessary," McCain said. "The oldness it takes to protect America, to honor her, love her and tell her about what cute things the cat did."

"Controlling government spending isn't just about Republicans or Democrats," he said. "It's about being able to look your children in the eye. Or in my case, my children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, great-great-grandchildren and great-great-great-grandchildren, the youngest of
whom are nearing retirement."

Later, during the program's "Weekend Update" segment, McCain urged Democrats not to rush to choose between Hillary Rodham Clinton and Barack Obama.

Who do you think McCain V.P choice will be? Huckabee wants the job, but I don't think he will get it.

-TillmansLaw