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Movies Such As 'mr. Smith Goes To Washington' In 1939 To 'dave' In 1993 Portray Washington Leaders As The Ultimate Everymen - Decent People Just Like You And Me, Only Thrust Onto Greatness.

With Gridlock The Norm, Congress's Approval Rating Is Below 10 Percent And The Public Has Lost Faith In Its National Leadership.

It's A Bit Unfair To Accuse Obama Of Dividing The Nation When The Facts Show That It Already Is.

Political Reporters And Political Professionals Rushed To Judgment Against Romney Because We Crave Clear, Unambiguous Story Lines.

Somebody Must Be Up And Somebody Must Be Down. Trouble Is, Campaigns Are Messy, Subtle Creatures That Don't Follow Convenient Narratives.