A congressman named Ed Perlmutter (Colo.) was talking about energy. And he blasted McCain’s “same OLD tired policies” — huge, unnatural emphasis on the old.

A reference, or allusion, to McCain’s 72 years? Yet another reason I think that McCain needs to address the issue head-on. In his acceptance speech, he should say — something like — “I am 72 years old. I look it. I’m all banged up. Got a lot of scars. And I’ve earned every one. I’ve done a lot in the service of my country. And I am fully prepared to be commander-in-chief. As for my opponent — a nice young man. But not ready.”

By the way — when it comes to Perlmutters, I prefer Amos.