"Show me just what Mohammed brought that was new, and there you will find things only evil and inhuman, such as his command to spread by the sword the faith he preached." - Manuel II Palelologus
He definitely limped out the blocks, but I think that was just rope-a-dope. McCain crafted the debates into a four act play with the final episode turning rather tragic for Barry. Killing Hamlet in the first act would have been a political risk for Cmdr. McCain. Barry would have possibly learned to much if he had been knocked off his stride a bit in the first round. Plus, the most effective KO must be in the last.
Old age and treachery will overcome youth and skill, everytime. . . almost.
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