As is relatively well known, I’m not a fan of the Republican party.

I agree with little they stand for, and on a state and local level the party is just horrible, with many members taking money from Don Blankenship.

So I find myself shocked to say that I strongly agree with McCain’s decision to scale back the Republican convention until the affects of Hurricane Gustav are known. I am impressed by this, especially in comparison with Bush’s fiddling while Rome burned mentality towards Katrina.

Even if there is nothing a politician can do, they should still be cognizant of the fact that their actions are going to be criticized or praised by the populace. Better to go for praise than criticism. (I may not like Manchin, but his actions upon learning of th Sago Mine disaster were 100% correct.)

And the recommendations that money go towards disaster relief? Kudos again. I’ve been saying for years that if politicians want to impress me, they’ll put their fund-raising money to a use other than stupid ads.

Of course this doesn’t mean I’ll vote for McCain. I disagree with his past decisions too strongly for that. But I am pleased to see he has made a decision that not only reflects well upon him, but serves to ask the American people to consider the plight of others and do what they can to help.

So Kudos, Senator McCain,