It reminded me of a Ronald Reagan type response.
Folks keep saying Herman is a clown.
There is a difference between being a comedian and having wit.
Herman Cain and Ronald Reagan possess many God given talents.
IMHO they are born leaders.
That said, politicians have to be careful about humor. Most stick to self-deprecating humor so no group can claim offense to their jokes. You notice Obama's ego won't let him do that, which is why his attempts at humor are so not funny.