Allan will not name any of his confidential sources.

I think Al Gore's going to be himself, ... And I think the important thing ... is that he will clarify the choice that the American people have in what seems to be the closest presidential election in 40 years.

The checks go more for the integrity of the person and not necessarily how the person will perform under the kind of pressure that Katrina has put people under, ... Biography and resumes are important, but ultimately there are qualities of leadership you look for that you can't see on a piece of paper.

did what he has to do in this speech and in the ones that will follow in the next weeks, which is to shore up American support, to remind the American people why we must win this battle against the terrorists.

about what the future will be here in Iraq.

Lord, we pray that you will not only restore his soul and lead him in the paths of righteousness for your name's sake, but help us join with him to heal the breach, begin the reconciliation and restore our national souls so we may go forward together and make this great country even greater,