Q: "How do I encourage my children to attend college when they see their college-educated mother get laid off and has not been able to find gainful employment?"

Edwards: "You see she's got the same problem that thousands and thousands of families across this country face. What I proposed is something called college for everyone. [Goes on to describe a program subsidizing tuition costs]"

Edwards completely sidestepped the question and answered one that wasn't even asked: "How am I supposed to pay for college?" Sure, it gave a great way to promote one of his initiatives, but the issue the question raised was very good and deserved an answer. I'm rather indifferent to Edwards, but seeing politicians blatantly redirect and reframe the conversation really gets under my skin.

- AS

I agree, he also really sidestepped Bill M's "what about cows" question. He talked about sacrifice in that one, but didn't address the meat issue that he was asked about. Which left me worried: I don't care about SUVs too much, but if somebody tries to take away my steak, there's going to be hell to pay!